May 2, 1919: The Greek Army lands in Smyrna, Venizelos’ plans, the gunfire and the clashes
The Paris Peace Conference, Greek ambitions, the insidious role of the Italians, the shifting stance of the United States – Greece is ordered to land troops in Asia Minor – May 2/15: the Greeks in Smyrna
The film “Eva” (1953) by Greece’s first female director Maria Plyta at the Cannes Film Festival
It will be screened as part of the Cannes Classics, where masterpieces of world cinema are presented in newly restored prints
Kythera Classic Tour, 29 May – 1 June 2026
Journey to Kythera…