Greece selects ‘Spasmene Fleva’ for Academy Award submission

Academy Awards Oscar submission Greek cinema Yiannis Economides Best International Feature Film

The Greek Ministry of Culture has announced that the fictional film ‘Spasmene Fleva’, directed by Yiannis Economides, is Greece's official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards.

The selection was made following a recommendation by a 13-member committee specifically convened for this purpose. The committee reached its decision by majority vote, citing the film's narrative, artistic, and technical merits. The Ministry noted that the film incorporates themes of ancient tragedy within a modern Greek setting, blending universal and local elements.

The Deputy Minister of Culture has formally accepted the committee's recommendation, ensuring Greece's representation follows the regulations set by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

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Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences · Greek Ministry of Culture · Spasmene Fleva · Yiannis Economides

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[● 3 SOURCES] The film was directed by Yiannis Economides. www.ieidiseis.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.real.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The film ‘Spasmene Fleva’ is Greece's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. www.ieidiseis.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.real.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The submission is for the 99th Academy Awards ceremony. www.ieidiseis.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.real.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] A 13-member committee proposed the film by majority vote. www.ieidiseis.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.real.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The Deputy Minister of Culture approved the committee's recommendation via official decision. www.ieidiseis.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.real.gr