INTERNATIONAL CULTURE & CINEMA
17th International BRIDGES Festival Returns to Corinth
Cinema, Visual Arts, Theatre, Music, Education & Technology
19–25 October 2026 | Municipal Theatre of Corinth, Greece
HELLENIC LOS ANGELES MEDIA NETWORK | CULTURE & ARTS
Corinth is preparing to welcome Greek and international artists for the 17th International Multidisciplinary Festival of Corinthia – Peloponnese, “BRIDGES,” a week-long celebration connecting cinema, culture, creativity and international artistic collaboration.
The 17th International Multidisciplinary Festival of Corinthia – Peloponnese “BRIDGES” will take place from 19 to 25 October 2026, with the Municipal Theatre of Corinth serving as its main venue. The festival brings together filmmakers, visual artists, performers, educators and cultural professionals through an extensive programme of screenings, exhibitions, workshops, theatrical performances and educational activities.
Held under the auspices of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and the Municipality of Corinth, the festival is organised by CineArt, a non-profit cultural organisation. Its mission is to promote artistic expression, encourage international cooperation and strengthen the relationship between contemporary creativity and local communities.
BRIDGES: Connecting People and Cultures Through Art
The name “BRIDGES” reflects the power of art, particularly cinema, to connect people, nations and cultures. It also represents the festival’s longstanding cooperation with international film festivals and cultural organisations.
The festival has received the EFFE Label, a European quality label recognising festivals for their contribution to the arts, local communities and international cultural outreach.
By bringing international artistic voices to Corinth, the festival aims to establish the city and the wider Peloponnese region as a meeting point for contemporary creativity, while contributing to cultural development, tourism and the local economy.
Highlights of the 2026 Festival Programme
1. International Film Screenings
The film programme features Greek and international short and feature-length films, alongside productions created by school students from the Corinthia region, in cooperation with the local Directorates of Primary and Secondary Education.
2. Visual Arts and Photography Exhibitions
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the visual arts exhibition “A Corinthian Perspective | One City, Many Views”, together with the photography exhibition “Things We Pass By.” The exhibitions are organised in collaboration with the Corinth Photography Club and Women in Film and Television Cyprus (WIFT Cyprus).
3. Tribute to Jenny Karezi
A special tribute to celebrated Greek actress Jenny Karezi will include a screening of the film Ekeinos ki Ekeini (He and She). The event will feature her son, Konstantinos Kazakos, representatives of the Jenny Karezi Foundation, actor Rigas Axelou and Kypros Kyprianou, who will share personal memories connected with the period following the events of 1974.
The programme will also feature an excerpt from Iakovos Kampanellis’s landmark theatrical work Our Great Circus (1973), performed by the Petrosophy Theatre Workshop, followed by a choral programme directed by Makis Psaradellis.
Tuesday, 20 October 2026 | 18:00
4. European Cinematic Heritage: The Earth’s Most Beloved Son
The festival will screen the restored 2022 version of the Romanian film The Earth’s Most Beloved Son (Cel mai iubit dintre pământeni, 1993), directed by Șerban Marinescu.
Based on the novel by Marin Preda, the film explores political repression and human dignity against the backdrop of a traumatic period in Romanian history. Its presentation highlights the importance of preserving and promoting European cinematic heritage.
5. Special Screening: Anadiataxis, Part II
A special screening will present Anadiataxis, Part II, the latest film by Corinthian director Vasilis Xydis. The production brings together ten unusual stories set in Corinth, offering a distinctive cinematic perspective on the region.
Thursday, 22 October 2026 | 21:00
Workshops, Education and Creative Participation
Pegasus Film Workshop
Directors Petra Terzi and Alexis Chaviaras will lead the “Pegasus” Film Workshop for teenagers and adults interested in discovering the creative and technical stages of filmmaking and animation production.
Registration information: bridgescorinth@gmail.com
Registration deadline announced by the festival: 15 October 2026.
Comic Creation and the History of Comics in Greece
Led by Periklis Koulifetis, this workshop and presentation will explore comic creation and the development of comics in Greece.
Friday, 23 October 2026 | Morning and afternoon
Animation Workshop for Children
In collaboration with Global Arts School, the festival will offer a dedicated animation workshop designed to introduce children to the imaginative world of moving images and visual storytelling.
Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 14:00–16:30
Virtual Reality Cinema
From Wednesday to Friday, 21–23 October, audiences will be able to experience VR film screenings using specialised equipment. The programme is curated by the Petrosophy International Cultural Centre.
Reservations: bridgescorinth@gmail.com
Acting for Film and Theatre
Actor and director Fanis Kassios will lead an educational seminar examining the differences between acting for the camera and performing on stage.
Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 17:00–19:00
Monologue Challenge
The Petrosophy Theatre Workshop will curate an open performance event featuring monologues lasting between five and ten minutes, giving performers an opportunity to present their work and engage with audiences.
Art, Creativity and Copyright in the Age of AI
One of the festival’s key discussion events will address the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence on the creative industries. The conference, entitled “Art, Creativity & Rights in the Age of AI – From Cinema and Music to Classic Cars,” will explore copyright protection and the responsible use of AI in the audiovisual sector.
Theo Argyri, President of the “ISOKRATIS” Collective Rights Management Organisation, will participate in the discussion.
Copyright issues in music and other creative fields will also be addressed by lawyer Ioannis Papageorgiou tou Theodorou, lawyer Margarita Pats Katri, and Grigoris Tsapatsaris, President of PANSEKTE, the Panhellenic Association of Restaurants, Cafés, Tourism Businesses and Related Professions of Greece.
The conference will also examine the relationship between cinema, automobiles and mobility. Avraam Papadopoulos, President of HATSE (Hellenic Automobile & Touring Services Club) and representative of the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile), will present “A Mobile Museum: The Automobile as a Key Setting and Protagonist in Cinema.”
Iason Barouxīs, of FIA Mobility Activities – HATSE Greece, will discuss “Road Safety and New Technologies.”
Sunday, 25 October 2026 | 11:30–13:00
Opening Ceremony and Golden Pegasus Awards
The opening ceremony and the “Golden Pegasus” Awards Ceremony will bring together artists and performers from Corinthia in a celebration of artistic achievement and local cultural talent.
The participating artists and groups include:
- Elena Michailidou’s Dance Group
- The Mixed Choir of the Municipality of Corinth, “Melifono,” conducted by Glykeria Moraitaki
- Pianist and flautist Nefeli Koutsoukou
- The Petrosophy Theatre Workshop
Accessibility, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
Admission to festival events and screenings is free of charge, while selected activities require an invitation where specifically indicated.
Inclusion, accessibility and gender equality remain central priorities of the festival. Particular attention is given to the participation and visibility of people on the autism spectrum, alongside efforts to promote diversity of expression, equal representation and opportunities for different creative voices.
Through cinema, visual arts, theatre, music, education and technology, the BRIDGES Festival seeks to create an accessible cultural meeting place where artists and audiences can exchange ideas, discover new perspectives and develop meaningful connections.
Corinth and the Peloponnese on the International Cultural Map
The 17th edition of BRIDGES reflects the growing importance of multidisciplinary cultural events that connect international artistic production with local communities. By combining established cinematic works, emerging creators, educational initiatives and discussions on contemporary technological challenges, the festival offers a diverse programme for audiences of different ages and interests.
Its ambition extends beyond the screening room: to strengthen cultural participation, encourage international partnerships and contribute to the cultural and tourism development of Corinth and the Peloponnese.
As the festival returns to the Municipal Theatre of Corinth, BRIDGES once again places art at the centre of a broader dialogue about creativity, history, technology and the shared experiences that bring people together.
17th International Multidisciplinary Festival of Corinthia – Peloponnese
“BRIDGES”
19–25 October 2026
Municipal Theatre of Corinth, Greece
BRIDGES – Connecting Global Culture with Corinth
Festival enquiries and reservations:
bridgescorinth@gmail.com
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