Movies and TvShows featuring "greek-military-junta" theme.

Z is a political thriller based on the true events surrounding the assassination of a prominent political figure in Greece during the 1960s. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that there is a cover-up and government corruption at play. The protagonist embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth and expose the conspirators.

A Touch of Spice follows the story of a Greek boy named Fanis, who develops a love for cooking and spices under the guidance of his grandfather. The film explores themes of food, family relationships, and nostalgia, as Fanis later reunites with his childhood crush and reminisces about his past in Athens, Greece.

In Loafing and Camouflage, a group of soldiers navigate the challenges of an authoritarian military regime while trying to make a comedy show on television. They must navigate the strict rules and regulations of the regime while dealing with personal relationships and the pressures of their jobs. This 1980s film combines humor and political commentary to explore the absurdities of life in a dictatorial regime.

A Greek soldier, Lieutenant Dimitris, falls in love with a fellow soldier, Private Vasili. However, their love is forbidden and faces many obstacles, including the military junta and societal pressure. Alongside their love story unfolds the backdrop of Christmas celebrations and the beauty of tango dancing in Greece.

In the small Greek town of Kyparissos, a group of children embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship amidst the backdrop of the year 1969, the Greek military junta, and the hype surrounding the Apollo 11 moon landing. With their innocent and curious minds, they explore various aspects of life including love, politics, and the wonders of television and cinema. Along the way, they encounter a priest, a grocer, a prostitute, and several other colorful characters who leave a lasting impact on their lives. Together, they learn valuable lessons about acceptance, resilience, and the power of dreams.

Kostas is a law-abiding citizen, a quite man living with his mother, his sister Kaiti and his younger brother, Giorgos, who is a student. He works day and night at his kiosk, living to his bone the everyday reality and troubles of the period. He is in love with Eleni and wants to marry her, but he has to wait until Kaiti is married to Leonidas, her extremely conservative fiancé. The military coup of April 1967 forces Kostas to take the side of the winners, hanging, each time, the picture of their most powerful leader, while Giorgos joins a resistance group that sets up bombs. Giorgos’ actions puts Kostas in big trouble.

In the 1970s, on the island of Samothrace, a gay cadet in the Greek military junta discovers the power of unity and love through a series of hilarious and absurd events.

Backdoor is a powerful drama that follows the story of a teenage boy who finds himself drawn into a world of political oppression and sexual curiosity. Set in the 1960s during the Greek military dictatorship, the film explores the protagonist's journey of sexual awakening, revenge, and rebellion against the regime.

The life of Italian journalist and writer Oriana Fallaci.

An indictment of the protagonists in the Cypriot civil war.

Your Neighbour's Son is a documentary that sheds light on the human rights violations inflicted during the Greek military junta regime. It explores the torture and repression endured by the Greek people under this oppressive regime during the Cold War era.