Theodoros Angelopoulos

Renowned Greek film director and screenwriter

Theodoros Angelopoulos - Renowned Greek film director and screenwriter
Born

April 27th, 1935
90 years ago

Died

2012
13 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Greece

Links & References

A prominent figure in world cinema, the individual crafted films that explored themes of history, memory, and identity. The directorial debut occurred in 1970 with the film 'Breakup' followed by significant works such as 'The Travelling Players,' which premiered in 1975 and received critical acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival. The film 'Landscape in the Mist' gained attention in 1988 and solidified the individual's reputation as a master storyteller. In 1998, 'Eternity and a Day' won the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Characterized by a unique visual style and a poetic approach to storytelling, the works remain influential in both Greek and international cinema.

Directed 'The Travelling Players'

Won the Palme d'Or for 'Eternity and a Day'

Created 'Landscape in the Mist'

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