SH “Gloria” – Nikos Mpouyioukas, Greece, 2024, 5’50”

Synopsis: Step into the vibrant world of “Gloria”, a dance/performance film by the director Nikos Mpouyioukas. Starring the captivating Fenia Apostolou, “Gloria” invites you to experience life through the eyes of its titular character, a trans woman and sex worker navigating the streets of contemporary Athens. Through a series of vignettes, we unravel the layers of Gloria’s multifaceted persona, delving deep into her daily struggles, triumphs, and moments of raw vulnerability. Expressing her feelings through the power of performance and dance, Gloria’s story is not only a heartfelt exploration of identity, resilience, and the universal quest for acceptance, but also a statement of personal truth as Fenia brings her experiences as a trans woman to the film.

• Director: Nikos Mpouyioukas
• Writer: Nikos Mpouyioukas, Fenia Apostolou
• Producer: Nikos Mpouyioukas, Fenia Apostolou, Akis Valergakis
• Key Cast: Fenia Apostolou