Bitter September (2022)

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September 2018, a terrible assassination takes place in the center of Athens. Zak Kostopoulos, human rights activist and drag queen, is killed in the middle of the day in a busy street. At that moment, Sophia Farantatou is preparing a film about Zak who is her childhood friend. She decides to confront his absence and make this film as a tribute to her friend, a victim of extremism and hatred on a daily basis. With the images at her disposal, she proposes a narrative highlighting the qualities of Zak, a recognized activist and an artist who, beyond his absence, continues to influence her life.

Director: Sophia Farantatou
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 27 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Sophia Farantatou
Editing: Olivia Frey
Country: Switzerland
Language: ελληνικά
Original Language: el
More Films by Director: Sophia Farantatou
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bitter September about?
September 2018, a terrible assassination takes place in the center of Athens. Zak Kostopoulos, human rights activist and drag queen, is killed in the middle of the day in a busy street. At that moment, Sophia Farantatou is preparing a film about Zak who is her childhood friend. She decides to confront his absence and make this film as a tribute to her friend, a victim of extremism and hatred on a daily basis. With the images at her disposal, she proposes a narrative highlighting the qualities of Zak, a recognized activist and an artist who, beyond his absence, continues to influence her life.
Who directed Bitter September?
Bitter September was directed by Sophia Farantatou.
Who stars in Bitter September?
Bitter September stars Zak Kostopoulos, Sophia Farantatou.
How long is Bitter September?
Bitter September has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
What genre is Bitter September?
Bitter September is a Documentary film.
Where was Bitter September produced?
Bitter September was produced in Switzerland.