You’ve likely admired a sunset from the Acropolis Hill, but how about watching your favorite film under the stars with stunning views of the Acropolis as the sun sets? This Thursday, May 1st, Cine Paris reopens for the summer season, offering a truly unique cinematic experience in the heart of Plaka.
With a carefully curated program by Cinobo, this beloved open-air venue invites you to enjoy a blend of timeless classics, exciting new releases, and exclusive retrospectives — all under the stars, with a view that’s hard to match.
First opened more than a century ago, Cine Paris remains a cherished gem in the heart of the city. After its successful relaunch last summer, the historic venue quickly regained its reputation as Athens’ most talked-about cinematic destination.
This year, Cine Paris is kicking off its program with Phaedra (May 1–4), the classic collaboration between director Jules Dassin and his muse Melina Mercouri — a film that captures a defining moment in Greek cinema history.
Highlights of the Summer Program
Mondays with Melina: Every Monday, Cine Paris will honor the legendary Melina Mercouri with screenings of her most iconic films, including Topkapi (May 12), Never on Sunday (May 19), 10:30 P.M. Summer (May 26), and Phaedra (June 2).
Melina Mercouri as “Ilya” sings “The Boys of Piraeus” and looks at a photo of the Olympiacos team, in one of the most iconic moments in Greek cinema.
Exclusive Screenings
Boy on a Dolphin starring Sophia Loren — the first Hollywood movie filmed in Greece — will arrive on June 19.
The Apaches of Athens, the first Greek sound film shot in pre-war Athens, will return to the screen after its restoration, courtesy of the Greek Film Archive and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation.
La Haine by Mathieu Kassovitz, celebrating its 30th anniversary, will be shown from May 22.
Special Events
On June 26, Cine Paris joins a global tribute to Charlie Chaplin by screening The Gold Rush, marking 100 years since its premiere.
New Greek Cinema
Audiences can also look forward to Kyuka: Before Summer’s End by Kostis Charamountanis, fresh from the Cannes and the 65th Thessaloniki Film Festival scheduled for release on May 15. Our Wild Days, the latest feature from Cannes-awarded director Vasilis Kekatos will land on Greek movie theaters on June 12, after its Berlinale debut.
Vassilis Kekatos “Our Wildest Days” ©_DESPINA_SPYROU
International Releases
Among the season’s premieres are the romantic comedy My Life Was Ruined by Jane Austen by Laura Pianie (from June 26), the dark French comedy Les Balconettes, and the romantic Spanish film Love in Barcelona.
Love Stories Under the Stars
Finally, Cinobo presents a weekly showcase featuring nine classic and contemporary love stories — a perfect match for Athens’ starlit summer nights.
For further information and all the updates on Cine Paris’ schedule please go here.
