Special Pre-Screenings Planned for Greek Film 'Kapodistrias' in Chicago and San Francisco

The historical drama about Greece's first governor will hold special events ahead of its U.S. theatrical release on April 22, 2026.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:03am

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The Consulate General of Greece in Chicago and the United Hellenic American Societies of California are hosting special pre-screening events for the Greek film 'Kapodistrias (The Governor)' in the lead-up to its nationwide U.S. release on April 22, 2026. The Chicago event on April 16 will be part of the CineΕλλάδα film series, while the San Francisco event on April 18 will feature a presentation by the Greek Presidential Guard (Evzones) as part of the city's Greek Independence Day celebrations.

Why it matters

These pre-screening events aim to generate excitement and awareness for the film's U.S. debut, which tells the story of Ioannis Kapodistrias, a pivotal figure in Greece's path to independence. By partnering with local Greek-American organizations, the filmmakers hope to engage diaspora communities and introduce broader American audiences to this important historical narrative.

The details

The Chicago pre-screening will take place at the Pickwick Theatre in Park Ridge, Illinois on April 16, 2026, as part of the CineΕλλάδα monthly Greek film series. In San Francisco, the United Hellenic American Societies of California (UHAS) will host a special event on April 18 that includes a presentation by the Greek Presidential Guard (Evzones) followed by the film screening at the Century Cinemark Theater in Redwood City. Both events will feature appearances by actor Antonios Myriagkos, who plays the lead role of Ioannis Kapodistrias.

  • The Chicago pre-screening will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
  • The San Francisco pre-screening and Evzones presentation will occur on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The nationwide U.S. theatrical release of 'Kapodistrias' is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2026.

The players

Consulate General of Greece in Chicago

The diplomatic office representing Greece's interests in the Chicago area.

Hellenic Foundation

A Chicago-based organization that promotes Greek culture and heritage.

Pickwick Theatre

A historic movie theater in Park Ridge, Illinois that will host the Chicago pre-screening.

Hellenic Film Society USA

A non-profit that showcases Greek cinema in the United States.

United Hellenic American Societies of California (UHAS)

A California-based non-profit that represents and serves the Greek-American community.

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What they’re saying

“Greeting from Myriagkos attached”

— Antonios Myriagkos, Actor playing Ioannis Kapodistrias

What’s next

Tickets for the nationwide U.S. theatrical release of 'Kapodistrias' on April 22, 2026 are available through Fathom Entertainment. A limited number of media passes are also available at participating locations.

The takeaway

These pre-screening events in Chicago and San Francisco demonstrate the strong interest and engagement of Greek-American communities in sharing the story of Ioannis Kapodistrias, a pivotal figure in Greece's path to independence. By partnering with local organizations, the filmmakers are building anticipation and awareness for this historical drama's U.S. debut.