From jazz legends and Britpop icons to Greek hip-hop and a cult queer classic accompanied live by Konstantinos Vita, the Athens International Film Festival puts music center stage

Athens’ biggest film festival returns from October 1–12, featuring premieres, competitions, special screenings, and appearances by Daniel Day-Lewis and Neil Jordan — a landmark event for cinephiles and the film community

While most cinephiles are flocking to the Athens International Film Festival’s 30th edition, this week sees a limited number of new releases

Remaining true to its annual tradition, the Athens International Film Festival showcases the finest independent cinema with nationwide premieres, Oscar contenders, tributes to Japanese and British cinema, workshops, midnight screenings, and much more