Over 40 years, the island of Lesvos has attracted lesbians worldwide, creating a vibrant community amid tensions with local residents.
Synopsis
Over 40 years, the island of Lesvos has attracted lesbians worldwide, creating a vibrant community amid tensions with local residents.
Synopsis
Tzeli Hadjidimitriou, a native of Lesvos, captures the island's dual identity as a sanctuary for lesbians and a site of local conflict. Since the 1970s, women have arrived, drawn by the legacy of poet Sappho. In one village, they form a queer community, provoking tensions with residents over cultural ownership. The film spans over 40 years of love and struggle for acceptance in a complex environment.
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Why Watch
- Meet Tzeli Hadjidimitriou, a local lesbian filmmaker.
- Find out about the legacy of Sappho on Lesvos.
- See the tensions between locals and the lesbian community.
Did You Know
- Lesvos has been a haven for lesbians since the 1970s.
- The film chronicles over 40 years of lesbian community on Lesvos.
- Tzeli Hadjidimitriou is both the director and a native of Lesvos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What has Lesvos become a haven for since the 1970s?
Lesvos has become a haven for lesbians from around the globe.
Who is the director of the documentary 'Lesvia'?
The director of 'Lesvia' is Tzeli Hadjidimitriou.
What is the duration of the documentary 'Lesvia'?
The duration of 'Lesvia' is 77 minutes.
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