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The Kimolos International Film Festival Brings the Cyclades Together
Manti Lykeridou Joins the Jury, New Collaboration with the Amorgos Film Festival, and Major International Film Participation
The Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network is proud to support the 8th Kimolos International Film Festival (KIFF), an important cultural event that has successfully connected the Greek island landscape with international cinema.
This year’s festival, taking place from September 2 to 6, 2026, in Kimolos, further strengthens the island’s role as a meeting point for filmmakers, artists, industry professionals, and audiences from Greece and abroad.
For the Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network, supporting KIFF is part of its ongoing commitment to promoting Greek culture, filmmaking, the arts, and cultural initiatives taking place across Greece and its islands.
Manti Lykeridou Joins the Jury of the 8th KIFF
Just ahead of the announcement of its main programme, the 8th Kimolos International Film Festival has revealed another important figure who will play a significant role in this year’s event.
Acclaimed photographer and exhibition curator Manti Lykeridou, who lives and works on the island of Milos, will serve on one of the two juries of this year’s KIFF.
Her artistic work has been presented in solo and group exhibitions in Greece and abroad, while she has also collaborated with contemporary dance and theatre groups from Greece and France.
Her participation in the Kimolos International Film Festival (KIFF) carries a special symbolism: Milos meets Kimolos, while the photographic eye meets the cinematic image.
Kimolos – Amorgos: A New Cinematic Collaboration in the Aegean
The festival is also opening a new chapter of collaboration between the Cyclades islands.
The KIFF is preparing a new cinematic partnership with the Amorgos Film Festival, with joint activities expected to be announced in the coming period.
The collaboration creates another important cultural connection between the islands of the Aegean and highlights the importance of networking between film festivals and cultural organisations throughout Greece.
For the Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network, such initiatives are particularly important, as culture can serve as a bridge for communication, creativity, international outreach, and cooperation.
Marco Pollini’s “L'Oratore” Comes to Kimolos
The programme of this year’s KIFF will also feature “L'Oratore”, directed by Italian filmmaker Marco Pollini.
The film presents an original story of coming of age, music, and the search for a second chance.
Its protagonist is a young man from a working-class neighbourhood who buys a piano with money borrowed from a loan shark.
The film’s cast also includes Marcello Fonte, winner of the Palme d’Or for Best Actor at Cannes for his performance in “Dogman.”
“L'Oratore” is based on the novel of the same name by Marco Pollini, published by Santelli.
Kimolos at the Heart of International Cinema
From September 2 to 6, 2026, Kimolos will once again become a meeting point for international cinema.
With free admission for the public, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to attend the festival’s screenings and activities, while the presence of filmmakers and professionals from the international film community further strengthens the festival’s global character.
The Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network will continue to support and promote important cultural events that contribute to Greece’s international cultural presence and create bridges between Greek culture and the international artistic community.
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The Kimolos International Film Festival Brings the Cyclades Together
Manti Lykeridou Joins the Jury of the 8th Kimolos International Film Festival and KIFF Announces New Collaboration with the Amorgos Film Festival
Just ahead of the announcement of its main programme, the 8th Kimolos International Film Festival reveals another important figure who will play a key role in this year’s event.
Acclaimed photographer and exhibition curator Manti Lykeridou, who lives and works on the island of Milos, will participate in one of the two juries of this year’s KIFF.
Her work has been presented in solo and group exhibitions in Greece and abroad, while she has collaborated with contemporary dance and theatre groups from Greece and France.
Her presence at the Kimolos International Film Festival (KIFF) carries a special symbolism: Milos meets Kimolos, and the photographic eye meets the cinematic image.
Kimolos – Amorgos: A New Film Partnership in the Aegean
In the same spirit of international outreach and collaboration, the KIFF is preparing a new cinematic partnership with the Amorgos Film Festival, with joint activities to be announced in the coming period.
At the same time, KIFF reveals another film that audiences will have the opportunity to discover in Kimolos: “L'Oratore”, directed by Italian filmmaker Marco Pollini.
The film is an original story of coming of age, music, and the search for a second chance. Its protagonist is a young man from a working-class neighbourhood who buys a piano with money borrowed from a loan shark.
“L'Oratore” features award-winning actor Marcello Fonte, recipient of the Palme d’Or for Best Actor for his performance in “Dogman.”
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Marco Pollini, published by Santelli.
From September 2 to 6, 2026, Kimolos will once again become a meeting point for international cinema, with free admission for the public.
Organised by: Glory Films
Under the Auspices of: Municipality of Kimolos
With the Support and Kind Sponsorship of: ERT
Sponsors: SeaJets, Monachofolitses, Argilily Studios
Media Sponsors: ERT3, ERT South Aegean, Second Programme 103.7, Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network, Hellenic Media Group, Hellenic Balkan Radio
Donation: Stavros Botsidis
Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network – Supporting Culture and Cinema
The Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network proudly supports the 8th Kimolos International Film Festival as a media sponsor, contributing to the international promotion of the festival and highlighting the cultural activity taking place in the Cyclades.
This collaboration reflects the Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network’s commitment to supporting Greek culture, cinema, the arts, and the people who create, inspire, and contribute to Greece and the international cultural community.
