How a Turkish shadow puppet evolved into a symbol of Greek suffering and resistance. Funny and subversive, Karagiózis connected Greeks in cities, villages and islands by keeping their music, culture and the seeds of resistance alive; sustaining Greeks through the Ottoman Occupation, the War for Independence, civil war, Nazi brutality and military oppression.
Overnight Greece went from democracy to military dictatorship, and Melina went from privileged society girl and actor to political juggernaut. How love of country launched her from star of the Broadway stage into battle for soul of Greece.
Melina Mercouri - The Last Greek Goddess
Greek actor/politician Melina Mercouri on being a national hero
Interview with Jules Dassin and Melina Mercouri
Melina cafe bistro/ A Greek cafe dedicated to Melina Mercouri