Festival Overview

pt-shorts: Potidania Film Festival is an emerging short film festival set in the picturesque mountainous village of Potidania, Greece. Our aim is to revitalize this historic location, which serves as a beloved meeting point for around 100-200 visitors tied to the village by heritage, with a celebration of cinema that brings together emerging or established filmmakers and locals alike. This two-day festival, hosted in Potidania's scenic amphitheater, will feature film screenings, industry masterclasses, a press conference and an awards ceremony.


In our inaugural (1st) edition, pt-shorts will host a lineup of short films curated to showcase the voice of independent cinema. The festival will be judged by three highly respected industry jurors: Phaedra Vokali, Flomaria Papadaki and Efthimis Kosemund-Sanidis, ensuring a prestigious selection of winners.

Festival Dates

The festival will take place on July 26-27, 2025.
Saturday, July 26th: Screenings of the selected films and DJ set celebration.
Sunday, July 27th: Press conference, masterclasses, award ceremony, and closing party.

Festival Selections

Welcome to the Real World

Deafening Silence

The Burden of the Self

Award Categories

Benefits for Selected Filmmakers

Masterclasses

Submission Guidelines

Potidania

Potidania, a small mountain village amphitheatrically built on the slopes of Mount Trikorfo, gazes upon the high mountain ranges of Giona and Vardousia and, lower down, the artificial lake and river of Mornos. It’s worth leaving behind the beautiful and picturesque Doric seaside for a while and, with just a 20-minute drive, finding yourself in the majestic nature where greenery dominates everywhere in and around the village, embraced by the vast fir forest. Stone fountains with cool, running water to quench your thirst, wooden benches at stone vantage points to explore, countless hillsides and ravines to bring peace to your mind. Scattered white chapels on the mountain revive traditional festivals throughout the year, while local taverns offer traditional flavors. Marked trails guide you through the lush forest to the peak of Mount Trikorfo (1,549 meters), where you can admire the entire Corinthian Gulf, stretching from Patras to Corinth. Potidania aims to give you a small taste of its charms and invites you to visit and experience them up close.
You can find more information about Potidania on the village's website:

Festival Jury

Phaedra Vokali

Phaedra Vokali

Director, Screenwriter, Producer

Flomaria Papadaki

Flomaria Papadaki

Actor

Efthimis Kosemund-Sanidis

Efthimis Kosemund - Sanidis

Director, Screenwriter

Festival Team

Damianos Chrysochoides

Damianos Chrysochoidis

Co-Founder | Festival Director

Damianos began his studies at the Athens University of Economics and Business before pursuing his true passion for filmmaking at SAE Athens in 2020. During his studies, he produced the multi award-winning short On the Hill and directed the documentary KOUMI. His thesis film KAPPA is currently on the festival circuit, including selections at Chania Film Festival and Microμ Film Festival. Alongside his creative projects, Damianos freelances as a videographer for businesses, NGOs, and institutions. He is also a member of the founding team of the greek NGO Ecogenia which promotes sustainability through civic engagement, training and employment opportunities for young people. He co-founded pt-shorts: Potidania Film Festival with Panagiotis after combining their common interests in movies and the betterment of their village.

Panagiotis Baklesis

Panagiotis Baklesis

Co-Founder | Operations Director

Panagiotis is a software engineer, improviser, stand-up comedian, film buff and has Potidania in his heart. He has experience in volunteering in his student years (AIESEC, board of EESTEC LC Patras). After attending loads of film festivals with Damianos, he decided to embark on this adventure and handle the operational side of pt-shorts / Potidania Film Festival.

Olga Tsatou

Olga Tsatou

Head of Programming

Olga graduated in 2023 from the Film Department of SAE Creative Media College. Her love for cinema and the festival experience led her to volunteer in the process of film selection and the execution of notable film festivals, such as the Athens International Film Festival (Nyxtes Premieras) and the Athens Marathon Film Festival. The student documentary The Legend of Kavalawood, which she edited and produced, competed in the National Student Section of the Drama Short Film Festival and received positive reviews from Athinorama, Luben, and LIFO. She currently works as a production manager on short and feature films.

George Stagakis

George Stagakis

Head of Programming

George completed his bachelor’s at SAE Athens (2020–2023). He has directed the short films On the Hill and Clementine, and edited the documentary Koumi. With 3 years of experience as a video editor for a prominent radio producer, he has also worked as a videographer and editor for two companies and a well-known Greek YouTuber. Additionally, he has directed and edited three music videos and co-directed a commercial for an NGO.

Konstantinos R. Avlamis

Konstantinos R. Avlamis

Head of Programming

Konstantinos is a seasoned video production professional and creative storyteller with a passion for visual arts and cinema. With a background in video editing, and visual effects, Konstantinos has collaborated with diverse teams to bring compelling narratives to life. Holding a BA in Digital Film Production from SAE Institute Athens, he combines technical expertise with a deep appreciation for the art of filmmaking. With a robust portfolio, Konstantinos has worked on a variety of projects, in the post production process, including feature films, TV series, documentaries, social media campaigns, short films, and promotional content. His collaborations with production teams and creative agencies have enabled him to craft compelling narratives and impactful visuals that resonate with audiences.

Sotiria Sdoukou

Sotiria Sdoukou

Graphic Designer

Sotiria is a graphic designer, graduate of the Graphic Design & Visual Communication Department of the University of West Attica with experience in the field of advertising since 2022. Her special love for cinema and the fact that she grew up in a small village in Epirus, made her stick to the pt-shorts idea from the beginning.

Danai Theologou

Danai Theologou

Community & Sponsorship Coordinator

Danai Theologou is a chemist and cinephile with an active presence in the world of festivals and cultural organizing. She has previous experience coordinating volunteer initiatives as a member of a student group at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. At pt-shorts, she holds the role of Community & Sponsorship Coordinator, building relationships with the festival's supporters and audience, coordinating collaborations, and ensuring a strong connection between the event and its community. Her goal is to help maintain the festival's open, accessible, and vibrant character. Her deep love for Potidania is the driving force behind her involvement in the organization.

Michalis Moralis

Michalis Moralis

Hospitality Coordinator

Michalis has spent more than half his life in Potidania,

Sponsors / Partners

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