The Accountant 2

Ben Affleck returns in this calculated action thriller sequel
The Accountant 2 continues the story of Christian Wolff, a brilliant but socially withdrawn accountant with autism who works with dangerous criminal organizations. Directed by Gavin O’Connor, the sequel sees Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) reconnecting with Wolff after a mysterious murder hits close to home. Jon Bernthal reprises his role as Brax, Christian’s brother, with J.K. Simmons and Daniella Pineda joining the cast.
Though newly released and awaiting major accolades, the film premiered at SXSW and currently holds a solid 7.3/10 rating on IMDb. With a third film already in development, The Accountant franchise is cementing its place as a staple in modern action cinema.

Director: Gavin O’Connor
Cast: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, J. K. Simmons
Language: English
IMDB rating: 7.3/10
Production country: The United States
Where to watch: Mikrokosmos, Nirvana, Aigli, Cine Pallini, Kifissia cinemax, Village cinemas, Tria Asteria, Aello, Elize, Nana, Sporting digital cinema, Anoixi art cinema, Lampros Konstantaras movie theatre, Foivos digital cinema, Cineac,  Options cinemas, Artemis cinema

Souleymane’s Story (L’histoire de Souleymane)

A deeply human portrait of migration and survival in modern-day Paris
Boris Lojkine’s Souleymane’s Story stars Abou Sangaré—a non-professional actor whose real-life experience as a Guinean immigrant in France mirrors his character. The film follows Souleymane, a young undocumented migrant navigating the streets of Paris as a food delivery rider while preparing for his asylum interview.
The film won the Un Certain Regard Jury Prize and Best Performance at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. At the 2025 César Awards, it took home four prizes including Best Supporting Actress and Best Male Revelation. Both timely and emotionally charged, the film offers a poignant exploration of resilience in the face of systemic hardship.

Director: Boris Lojkine
Cast: Abou Sangaré

Language: French
IMDB rating: 7.7/10
Production country: France
Where to watch: Elli, Conobo Opera, Danaos

Until Dawn (2025)

A horror time-loop where death is only the beginning
Loosely based on the popular 2015 video game, Until Dawn introduces a fresh narrative while honoring the spirit of the source material. Directed by David F. Sandberg, the film follows Clover (Ella Rubin) and her friends into a remote valley, where they search for Clover’s missing sister and stumble into a gruesome cycle of death and resurrection.
Despite mixed reviews, the film’s premise and time-loop structure were praised for adding depth to familiar horror tropes. It currently holds a 6.1/10 IMDb rating.

Director: Gavin O’Connor
Cast: Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Odessa A’zion, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli, Maia Mitchell, Peter Stormare
Language: English
IMDB rating: 6.1/10
Production country: The United States
Where to watch: Aigli, Village cinemas, Tria Asteria, Aello, Nana, Anoixi art cinema, Lampros Konstantaras movie theatre, Foivos digital cinema, Zea, Artemis (Markopoulo)

Baby (2024)

A raw, queer coming-of-age drama set in São Paulo
In Marcelo Caetano’s Baby, 18-year-old Wellington is released from juvenile detention with nowhere to go and no family ties to fall back on. Drifting through the streets of São Paulo, he meets the older and more grounded Ronaldo. Their connection grows into a passionate and complex relationship, marked by both tenderness and turmoil.
The film offers an honest exploration of identity, sexuality, and marginalization in contemporary Brazil, blending emotional realism with striking cinematography.

Director: Marcelo Caetano
Cast: João Pedro Mariano, Ricardo Teodoro, Ana Flavia Cavalcanti, Bruna Linzmeyer, Luiz Bertazzo
Language: Portuguese
IMDB rating: 7.3/10
Production countries: Brazil, France, Netherlands
Where to watch: Asty

Night Recedes (Η Νύχτα Υποχωρεί)

A portrait of artistic legacy in modern Greek history
Timon Koulmasis’ documentary Night Recedes delves into the lives of two seminal figures: sculptor Memos Makris and his partner Zizi Makris. The film premiered at the 2024 Athens International Film Festival and sheds light on their artistic contributions, social impact, and the cultural memory they left behind—particularly Memos’s iconic sculpture at the entrance of the Polytechnic School.

Director: Timon Koulmasis
Cast: Maryline Canto, Zizi Makris, Memos Makris
Language: Greek
IMDB rating: N/A
Production country: Greece
Where to watch: Asty

Captain Sabertooth and the Countess of Grel (2025)

A swashbuckling adventure for all ages
Best friends Raven and Pinky serve aboard the ship of Captain Sabertooth, the legendary King of the Seven Seas. But when the cunning Countess of Gral steals a sacred figurehead and kidnaps Pinky, it’s up to Raven—alongside the Captain, a dragon, and a quirky cook—to rescue him and stop the Countess’s sinister plan.
Packed with action, humor, and a dose of fantasy, this pirate tale is sure to delight younger audiences and nostalgic adventurers alike.

Director: Are Austnes, Yaprak Morali, Rasmus A. Sivertsen
Cast: N/A
IMDB rating: 6.1/10
Production country: Norway
Where to watch: dubbed in Greek, playing in most Athens cinemas

Two Tributes: Greek Cinema in the Spotlight

From today through Wednesday, April 30, ASTOR cinema hosts Ghosts: The Invisible World of Greek Cinema—a celebration of genre and imagination organized by ESPEK in collaboration with the Thessaloniki International Film Festival. The program features 19 feature films and 5 shorts, accompanied by live music, midnight screenings, panel discussions, and parties. Notable titles include The Colours of Iris, Morning Patrol, Dracula of Exarchia, Karkalou, and Alps. A roundtable titled Greek Cinema is Fantastic will be held on Tuesday, April 29.

At the Greek Film Archive, Lakis Papastathis – In the Foreground showcases the complete filmography of the late director, author, and intellectual. Screenings include The Times of the Greeks, Theophilos, and Journey to Mytilene, alongside episodes of the legendary ERT series Paraskinio and In Search of the Lost Image. The tribute aligns with a concurrent exhibition at the Benaki Museum (Pireos 138), curated by Giorgos Skevas, marking two years since Papastathis’s passing.