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Venice Unveils 'Gorgonà': A Dystopian Empowerment Saga

9/1/2025

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Evi Kalogiropoulou's film “Gorgonà” premieres at the Venice Film Festival, focusing on female empowerment in a dystopian setting.
The narrative, set in a polluted Greek city-state, addresses patriarchy and environmental issues.
It combines genres, including queer romance and revenge fantasy, while referencing ancient Greek mythology.
Kalogiropoulou seeks to redefine female representation in cinema, influenced by her experiences with male-centric films.

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Story summary

Evi Kalogiropoulou's film “Gorgonà” premieres at the Venice Film Festival, focusing on female empowerment in a dystopian setting.
The narrative, set in a polluted Greek city-state, addresses patriarchy and environmental issues.
It combines genres, including queer romance and revenge fantasy, while referencing ancient Greek mythology.
Kalogiropoulou seeks to redefine female representation in cinema, influenced by her experiences with male-centric films.