Disasters & Triumphs

Since coming into existence as an independent state 200 years ago, Greece has experienced numerous disasters. Nevertheless, it managed to transform these political, economic and social catastrophes into an incredible success story.
In a 7-episode documentary series based on his best-selling book, political scientist Stathis Kalyvas (Gladstone Professor of Government, Oxford University) revisits key moments in the nation’s recent history, to highlight how Greeks have triumphed by setting goals which are beyond their reach.

Greek title: ΚΑΤΑΣΤΡΟΦΕΣ & ΘΡΙΑΜΒΟΙ

 

  • WRITER and PRESENTER Stathis Kalyvas
  • DIRECTORS Alexandros Merkouris, Andreas Apostolidis, Yuri Averof
  • CINEMATOGRAPHY Yannis Kanakis
  • EDITOR Yuri Averof
  • PRODUCTION MANAGER Mary Ignatiadi
  • PRODUCERS Rea Apostolides & Yuri Averof
  • PRODUCED FOR SKAI TV
  • WITH THE SUPPORT OF EKOME