Embros: From printing office to theater, and from theater to squat. A documentary about self-organization, diversity and co-existence

Set against a world grappling with the rise of right-wing ideologies, this documentary aims to explore themes of resistance and unity. It gently suggests the importance of solidarity, offering a nuanced perspective on the enduring power of self-organized spaces and squats.

Decades before it became the Embros Theater in 1989, the building served as a printing office for the Embros newspaper. Today, the same building stands as a free self-organized theater, providing a free space for artistic expression and weekly open assemblies. Embros opens its doors to all, regardless of race, religion, or background.

More than a mere chronicle, the film invites the viewers to reflect on the subtle yet profound influence that collective strength has in shaping the societies we live in amid ideological challenges.

Script & Direction: Alkistis Kafetzi

Camera: Niki Korda, Alkistis Kafetzi, Petros Kolotouros, Aleksandra Masmanidi

Editing: Alkistis Kafetzi

Sound Mixing: Arielle Esther

Color Correction: Giannis Vassaras

Translation & Subtitles: Sofia Athanasaki

Moments from the premiere in the 26th Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival

Photos by Motion Team & Sakis Sotirakoglou

Moments from the screening in Free Self-managed Theater Embros

Screening in Basement CPH, 01.12.24, Copenhagen, Denmark



Festivals & Screenings:

26th Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival, March 2024, Greece

Amorgos Cinema Club, May 2024, Greece

Xanthi Cinema Club, May 2024, Greece

Lithografeion Theater, May 2024 Patra, Greece

BUZZ IFF-Buzau International Arts Festival, November 2024, Romania

12th Chania Film Festival, October 2024, Chania, Greece

38 Griechische Filmwoche, November 2024, Munich, Greece

Bridges International Film Festival, December 2024, Nafplio, Greece, Award Winner Best Greek Historical Documentary

Screening at Basement CPH, Dezember 2024 Copenhagen, Denmark