Following the screening of the films “When the Swallows Fall Silent” and “Milk–Rose” on March 26, 2026, at Stadtkino in Vienna, within the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026, we would like to provide a brief evaluation of the event.
As part of the cultural programme of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026, two acclaimed Cypriot films will be screened in Vienna at Stadtkino Cinema on March 26, 2026.
Our documentary When the Swallows Fall Silent continues its international journey. Proud to announce that is Official selection in competition at LAGFF DOC 2026, as part of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival. The screening will take place on January 31, 2026, in Los Angeles, marking an important milestone in the film’s international path. Participation in one of the most significant festivals dedicated to Greek and Greek-diaspora cinema highlights the growing global resonance of the film.
We had an excellent meeting with François-Xavier Bellamy, the European Parliament’s Rapporteur on the Missing Persons of Cyprus, and we are truly grateful for his warm and thoughtful response.
After London and Paris, it’s time for Sweden!
From London to Paris: Cypriot Stories on the Big Screen
Thank you to the London audience for the warm response!Our screening at Arthouse Crouch End was filled with emotion, memories and Cypriot stories. @arthousen8 and @londongreekradio and @lobbyforcyprus thank you for your support and collaboration.➡️ Next stop: Paris – Le Grand Action, 12 September, 20:00 🇫🇷Language: Greek with French subtitlesMedia Sponsor: Hellenic Cultural Centre in Paris.🎟️ Tickets available @legrandactioncinemaLink in bioProud for our sponsor @centreculturelhellenique@c.pats@theswallowsfallsilent#CyprusCinema #LondonToParis #WhenTheSwallowsFallSilent #MilkRose #legrandaction
A big thank you to London Greek Radio (LGR) and to Vasili Panayi for hosting us and giving space to share our journey and our films and our premiere in London @arthousen8🎬 When The Swallows Fall Silent🎬 Milk-Rose (short film)Arthouse Crouch End – Screen 2Tuesday, 2 September 2025 | 6:30 PMYour support helps us bring Cypriot cinema closer to the London audience. 💙🎟️ Tickets available ar Arthouse Crouch End
🎥 Two films. One homeland. Endless memory.From Cyprus to the big screen at Arthouse Cinema.When the Swallows Fall Silent along with Milk – Rose – short film🎟 Tickets:https://www.arthousecrouchend.co.uk/programme/?programme_id=9541991
The powerful documentary “ROLL CALL OF THE MISSING” was awarded the Silver Award in the category Independent Videos – Documentary at the US International Awards, during yesterday’s ceremony.
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George Avraam is a journalist, scriptwriter and producer based in Cyprus. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Social Sciences from Frederick University of Cyprus. With more than 26 years of experience in the media industry, he has worked across radio, newspapers, and television, building a strong career in storytelling and audiovisual production. He is one of the co-founders of Walking Around The World Productions, a company focused on creative documentaries, fiction films with a strong human and social dimension. As a writer and producer, he has created three short films, three short documentaries, and one feature-length creative documentary. His work explores themes of memory, identity, displacement, and human experience, combining emotional storytelling with social relevance. His latest documentary, When the Swallows Fall Silent, was completed on January 10, 2025, continuing a long-term creative vision that documents the same community and characters over time, capturing social change across generations. The film has been screened internationally and presented in educational contexts, encouraging dialogue with younger audiences. George Avraam’s films have been screened internationally in the USA, Sweden, France, the United Kingdom, Greece, India, South Africa, and Cyprus, and have received awards at international film festivals. Notably, his films 30 and Beloved Days were released in cinemas in the United Kingdom, Hungary, and Cyprus. His documentaries Hope Against Hopelessness and Beloved Days, along with his short films 30 and Milk-Rose, have been selected for worldwide distribution through Films Media Group, 7 Palms Entertainment, and COSMOTE TV. His work has also been featured in interviews and media coverage by outlets such as euronews.gr and Hollywood Chicago, among others. Beyond filmmaking, he delivers seminars and masterclasses in universities and schools, aiming to inspire new generations and promote responsible, meaningful storytelling.
g.avraam {at} documentaryworld.com.cy
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