Why the understanding of what it is to be Greek has changed over time. And why I’m here for it!
Guest Georgia Dourdoulakis explains why icons are so important to the Orthodox Church; how they are NOT “graven images;” why we say they are written, not drawn; and what theology in colors means.
Learning to Read Icons
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
Our thanks to the Melina Mercouri Foundation for permission to use photos from their gallery
Melina becomes a worldwide film star with Never on Sunday, flops as Lady MacBeth and meets her hero, Greta Garbo. Then she and new hubby, Jules Dassin, open Illya Darling! on Broadway
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