CineDoc Presents: Survivors: Rewriting Her Myth

EVENT INFO

  • When: 13 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026
  • Where: Various Locations
  • Price: From 3€
  • Title: CineDoc Presents: Survivors: Rewriting Her Myth
  • Website: www.cinedoc.gr/en/home/
CineDoc Presents: Survivors: Rewriting Her Myth
Three women who have survived gender-based violence meet in a creative writing workshop and embark on a journey of healing and empowerment, rewriting ancient Greek myths and transforming patriarchal narratives of oppression into stories of resistance and renewal.

Directed by Maria Louka and Nina Maria Paschalidou and produced by Marni Films, “Survivors: Rewriting Her Myth” follows the stories of Olga, Georgia and Ivi as they revisit their experiences through the myths of Persephone, Europa and Alcestis.

Georgia, an intimacy coordinator and choreographer, identifies with Persephone, who was abducted by Hades. Olga, a journalist and writer who has survived rape, finds parallels with Europa, while Ivi, a transgender woman and sex worker who has experienced a transphobic attack, connects with Alcestis.

Through a creative writing workshop led by poet and theatre director Pavlina Marvin, the three women reclaim these ancient stories and rewrite them as narratives of resistance, strength and renewal.

The documentary is part of the CineDoc Documentary Film Festival 2026–27 and will be screened in Athens, Volos, Larissa and Rethymno. The screenings are organised as part of events raising awareness for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25 November).

Screening Schedule

ATHENS – 19, 20, 21 and 23 November 2026

Premiere – Thursday, 19 November | 19:30

French Institute of Greece, 31 Sina Street, Athens.

A Q&A will follow with directors Maria Louka and Nina Maria Paschalidou, and the film's protagonists Ivi Kaiserli, Georgia Paizi, Pavlina Marvin and Olga Stefou. The discussion will be moderated by Christina Galanopoulou, journalist at Athens Voice.

Advance tickets: Book here

Further screenings – Danaos Cinema, 109 Kifisias Avenue, Ampelokipoi.

  • Friday, 20 November | 18:00: Q&A with Despina Kallea, mother of Kyriaki Griva; Anna Apergi, Special Advisor Expert at Diversity Charter Greece and member of the National Commission for Human Rights; and lawyer Ioanna Stentoumi. Moderated by Eleonora Orfanidou, journalist at Athens 9.84.

  • Saturday, 21 November | 18:00: Q&A with journalist Xenia Kounalaki and director Eva Stefani. Moderated by Ioanna Bratsiakou, journalist at Kathimerini.

  • Monday, 23 November | 18:00: Q&A with Anna Vougiouka, researcher and social scientist and Head of Advocacy at the Diotima Centre; actress Zeta Douka; and poet Lena Kallergi. Moderated by Niovi Anazikou, documentary filmmaker, journalist and president of WIFT GR.

Information: Danaos Cinema

Advance tickets: Ticketmaster

LARISSA – Friday, 13 November | 20:00

“Hatzigianneio” Cultural Centre, 59 Roosevelt Street.

A Q&A will follow with directors Maria Louka and Nina Maria Paschalidou. Tickets will be available at the venue box office on the day of the screening.

VOLOS – Saturday, 14 November | 20:00

“Achilleion” Municipal Cinema of Volos, intersection of Koumoundourou and Iasonos Streets.

Co-organised with the Social Intervention and Culture Company (EKPOL) of the Region of Thessaly. Admission is free. A Q&A will follow with directors Maria Louka and Nina Maria Paschalidou.

RETHYMNO – Saturday, 28 November | 20:00

“Simeio” Cultural Space, 17 Patriarchou Athinagora Street.

A Q&A will follow with director Nina Maria Paschalidou. Tickets will be available at the venue box office on the day of the screening.

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