description Xenia Overview
Xenia is a 2014 drama film directed by Panos H. Koutras that premiered at Cannes and Toronto film festivals. The film was submitted as the Greek entry for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar, though it did not receive nominations. Director Koutras controversially refused several awards until changes were made to Greek citizenship laws for immigrants.
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info Xenia Specifications
| Country | France |
| Year | 2014 |
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What is Xenia about?
After their mother dies, 16-year-old Dany joins his older brother Odysseas and travels to Thessaloniki to find the Greek father they never met. Dany also hopes Odysseas can enter the television contest Greek Star. [Festival de Cannes](https://www.festival-cannes.com/en/f/xenia/)
Who directed Xenia and when was it released?
Panos H. Koutras directed Xenia, which was released in 2014. It is a Greek drama about two brothers, family identity, and belonging.
Which festivals featured Xenia?
Xenia premiered at the Cannes and Toronto film festivals. Cannes placed the 2014 film in the Un Certain Regard section. [Festival de Cannes](https://www.festival-cannes.com/en/f/xenia/)
Was Xenia nominated for an Oscar?
It was submitted as Greece's entry for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar. It did not receive an Oscar nomination.
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