“What pleases me the most is that the people who watched the film tell me, ‘I knew the folk song, but I had no idea about the story that lies behind it. Now I know the story’.”
– Director, Vassilis Tsikaras
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present the Adelaide Premiere of
About the film
The film “Exodos 1826” is an independent production from Thessaloniki. It recounts the story of the 120 men from Samarina, and surrounding villages, who rushed to help the Exodοs (exit) from Messolonghi in April 1826. The film, based on the Greek folk song “Children of Samarina” and surviving historical facts (and a little bit of fiction), is the first movie in 46 years to be released about the Greek revolution.
Celebrating 200 years of
Greek Independence
held at the Hellenic Macedonian Cultural Centre
Vassilis Tsikaras
About the director
Vasilis Tsikaras was born in Thessaloniki, Greece. He is a director, actor, screenwriter and playwright. He is known for the films Exodos 1826 and Poliorkia (Siege). In the past was working for several years as journalist and tv plus radio producer. In Greece he is known for his plays, many of which have been awarded. He is a member of Union of Editors of Daily Newspapers of Macedonia and Thrace, the Association of Greek Scriptwriters and he is also responsible for Aratos Theater and Aratos Films.
FAQs
Film screening for one person and afternoon tea, sponsored by Vergina Greek Women’s Cultural Society.
Parking is limited on Henley Beach Rd in front of the Hellenic Macedonian Cultural Center.
Ample parking available in surrounding side streets and lane at rear of venue.
Yes, the film does have English subtitles.
The rating for Exodus 1826 is PG-13. Content included may not be appropriate for children under 13 (pre-teen ages).
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Yes, the HMCC has a Covid-19 policy and we will have Covid Marshalls on the day to keep the event safe.
Film reviews
Such a brilliant film!
Worthy sons of their Hellenic name and origin!
Bravo, we need more films like those
Redlinus
Brilliant! Excellent acting, music, photography, and a script that unfolds in a very dramatic way. A great movie
Eleni Hadjisavva
This is a VERY GOOD production!
Very well made.
R Fronimides
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