2025 FILMS
HYDRA ISLAND GREECE
3-5 OCTOBER 2025
Our surprise opening night film - like all six feature films in our program apart from our Sophia Loren classics - will be fresh from the film festival circuit and followed by thought-provoking Q&As with the filmmakers. Screenings will take place under the stars at Hydra’s beloved open-air Gardenia cinema, as well as at other cherished locations across the island.
We’re thrilled to welcome back ArtCinema alumnus Oliver Bruck, who returns with a screening of his feature documentary Mirella. The film explores the extraordinary life of 93-year-old Kenyan-Italian photographer Mirella Ricciardi, known for her acclaimed 1971 book Vanishing Africa, that captured the people and landscapes of the continent with striking intimacy. We also hope to present an accompanying exhibition of her work.
We’re also excited to present the world premiere of our new documentary, Hydra & Sophia: Echoes of a Dolphin, which features Hydriots sharing their own stories of Sophia Loren’s iconic visit to the island in 1956.
We are deeply grateful to our industry friends and film patrons who help us curate this world-class weekend of cinema. The full program will be announced in the coming weeks, aside from our surprise opening night.
DAY 1
OPENING NIGHT
FRIDAY OCTOBER 3
DAY 2
CINEMA & SOUVLAKI
SATURDAY OCTOBER 4
DAY 3
CLOSING NIGHT
SUNDAY OCTOBER 5
OPENING NIGHT
FRIDAY OCTOBER 3
NEAR HYDRA’S MAIN PORT
SCREENING AT:
CINEMA GARDENIA
SURPRISE OPENING NIGHT PREMIER FEATURE FILM
INVITE ONLY SCREENING | 7 PM | 18+
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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LATE NIGHT SCREENING OF SPECIAL FEATURE FILM
INVITE ONLY SCREENING | 10 PM | 18+
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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CINEMA & SOUVLAKI COMMUNITY EVENING
SCREENING AT:
MANDRAKI BEACH
MANDRAKI RESORT, HYDRA ISLAND EAST
SATURDAY OCTOBER 4
On Saturday night we will run our popular ‘Cinema & Souvlaki’ Community Event. This will be a public screening at the beautiful Mandraki Beach with all welcome from the community to join. Souvlaki and drinks will be provided from 5 PM onwards before the first screening of Hydra & Sophia
EARLY SCREENING POSSIBLY HYDRA & SOFIA DOCUMENTORY
PUBLIC EVENT | 6:30PM | ALL AGES
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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MAIN SCREENING OF BOY ON A DOLPHIN IN 4K
PUBLIC EVENT | 8:30PM | ALL AGES
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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CLOSING NIGHT
SUNDAY OCTOBER 5
NEAR HYDRA’S MAIN PORT
SCREENINGS AT:
CINEMA GARDENIA
EARLY CLOSING NIGHT FILM
PUBLIC SCREENING | 6:30PM | ALL AGES
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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LATE CLOSING NIGHT FILM
PUBLIC SCREENING | 9:30PM | 18+
If you’ve never been to Hydra, we can assure you it’s a place you’ll never forget. The friendships and connections made here often last a lifetime - and we hope you’ll feel inspired to return and collaborate with us in our collective mission.
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CINEMA
EXCLUSIVE SCREENINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
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SURPRISE OPENING NIGHT FILM
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OPENING NIGHT LATE SCREENING
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CINEMA & SOUVLAKI FEATING BOY ON A DOLPHIN DOCUMENTARY
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BOY ON A DOLPHIN 4K PREMIERE SCREENING
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CLOSING NIGHT FAMILY FILM
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CLOSING NIGHT FEATURE FILM
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EXHIBITIONS
PHOTOGRAPHY & ART EXPERIENCES
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BRIGITTE LACOMBE: PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE & EXHIBIT
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RICCARDO PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
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HYDRA LOCAL ARTISTS: PRIVATE STUDIO TOURS
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PERFORMANCE ART
LIVE MUSIC, POETRY READINGS AND TRADITIONAL DANCE
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ARTCINEMA POETRY BRUNCH
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LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCES
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GATHERINGS
INDUSTRY MIXERS, PATRONS DINNER & AFTER PARTIES WITH A VIEW
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OPENING NIGHT AFTER PARTY
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LATE NIGHT SUPPER & DRINKS - DAY 2
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LATE NIGHT SUPPER & DRINKS - DAY 3
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PATRONS DINNER
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ARTCINEMA PATRON CIRCLE
Patronage can take many forms, as one beloved Greek art patron describes it: supporting creativity might mean collecting, curating events and exhibitions, building networks, or simply nurturing friendships and relationships that contribute to cultural life. At ArtCinema, we welcome all who share this spirit.
Inspired by the ancient Greek tradition of Euergetes - the "Benefactor"- ArtCinema proudly honors the generosity of our guests and partners who want to join us in empowering the next generation of global filmmakers and artists to thrive.
NATURE
LOCAL SWIMMING SPOTS, YOGA & HORSE RIDING
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HIKING TRAILS
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SWIMMING SPOTS
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YOGA & WELLNESS CLASSES
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HORSE RIDING
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TRAVEL ADVICE
GETTING TO HYDRA
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PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY
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INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
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BOOKING YOUR STAY
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GETTING AROUND GREECE
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ISLAND STYLE
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MEDICAL CARE
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