On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the show Our Town featured the popular director Nikos Perakis.
Perakis discussed his hometown of Alexandria, his family’s background, and how his passion for drawing and painting began in his school years. He talked about his collaborations with leading creators, his studies in costume design and scenography, as well as his notable work in the production industry.
A special focus was given to his involvement as a director and screenwriter in the “Cinema of the Creators” and the “New German Cinema.” The discussion included highlights from his cinematic successes, such as Tambourlo, Bomber & Paganini, Lufa kai Parallagi, Vios kai Politia, and more. Perakis also discussed his work on Homo Faber, where he worked on sets with the famous director Volker Schlöndorff. Music from his films was also featured.
Tribute to Dinos Konomos
In the second hour of the show, Our Town was dedicated to Dinos Konomos (1918-1990), a prominent figure who was awarded by the Academy of Athens. Konomos made a significant contribution to his island of Zakynthos, publishing magazines and writing books about major local events and personalities.
His vast body of work includes over 60 books and numerous other publications. Scholars such as Georgia Kokla-Papadatou, writer Dionysis Serras, and author Dionysis Mousmoutis discussed his life and legacy. Additionally, songs referencing Zakynthos were played.
Produced and presented by Themis Rodamitis