Archive | June, 2010

Eva Maria Leonardou: Some People Don’t Give Up in Hollywood

Some people don’t give up and continue their course despite the difficulties they may face on their way. Eva- Maria Leonardou is one of these people. Starting her career in Greece, playing leading roles in TV Series and the theater, Eva- Maria realized from the start that she wanted something more out of her career. [...]

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Buy Summer Home on Greek Island of Santorini

According to the Greek newspaper Espresso, star couple Angelina Jolie And Brad Pitt bought a summer home in Santorini Greece. The newspaper is citing a local lawyer who appears to be the couple’s attorney on the island and is acting on their behalf. The couple went to the island on a weekend retreat during the [...]

Orianthi Remembers Michael Jackson one Year After the King’s Death

A year to the day after the late Michael Jackson died, his former guitarist Orianthi is taking the stage on Live with Regis and Kelly to perform her latest single from her solo career. Orianthi’s last name is Panagaris revealing her Greek heritage. She is a Greek Australian from Adelaide who has been living the [...]

Zach Galifianakis wins “Best Bar for Laughs” at MTV Movie Awards

Greek comedian, Zach Galifianakis was awarded “Best Bar for Laughs” at the MTV Movie Awards for his performance in the film Hangover.  40 year old Zach was born in a small town of North Carolina.  He moved to New York City after failing his final college course by only one point. Hangover Funnyman started out [...]

Akis Konstantakopoulos: The Up & Coming Greek Cinematographer in Hollywood

Keep an eye on this young cinematographer from Greece because he may be the new Phedon Papamichael. Akis talks exclusively about his career and his Hollywood dream.

Vassy: A New Pop Star Shares Her “History”

Greek-Australian recording artist Vassy is taking over Hollywood and the American pop music scene with her new song “History”.

Angelina Jolie Goes Greek as Cleopatra but Some Don’t Like It

Hollywood has failed tremendously in representing minorities in prominent roles through out the history of cinema. This may be why people of African descent are speaking out against the casting of Jolie in the legendary Cleopatra role which they believe should go to an actress of color. An African American magazine, Essence.com, featured an article [...]

“The Greek American” Alysia Maltepes

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Alysia Maltepes knew from when she was little that directing was what she wanted to do. She produced and directed her first independent short film titled DSS-1550 in 2004, which opened at the International House in Philadelphia with success. The next step was a more daunting task that included many [...]

On the Red Carpet of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival

Watch the interviews with Demetri Martin, Phedon Papamichael, Alexander Payne, Patricia Kara, John Aniston, Jim Gianopulos, Penelope Spheeris, Filippos Tsitos, Nick Mistriotis on the Red Carpet of the 4th Annual Los Angeles Greek Film Festival in Hollywood.

LA Greek Film Festival Came to a Close with Orpheus Awards

The 4th annual Los Angeles Greek Film festival came to an end this Sunday with its star studded Orpheus Awards Ceremony. The filmmakers whom most from oversees, had the chance to present their work to Greek and non-Greek film goers in the heart of the entertainment capital, Hollywood. The event’s attendees included names such as [...]