A Clown Girl (2025)
Directed by Sokratis Alafouzos
Duration: 55 mins
Clowning, comedy, and dance helped her regain her strength. She shares her inspiring story, saying, “If we consider that speaking up can help others, maybe this can combat the fear that arises.”
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Sokratis is a film and theater director, actor, writer, and educator who has received international acclaim for his work as a director, screenwriter, and actor. He first came to the United States in 1991 as a Fulbright scholar for graduate studies. In 2016, he moved to the U.S. permanently, and in 2022, he was honored to be appointed as a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University. He is currently teaching graduate courses at the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. Some of his previous works include “Little King” (2012), “Between Black and White” (2015), “Women Behind the Wall” (2019 Doc pilot)
Awards & Screenings
- 2025, Calgary Indie Film Awards - Best Women Empowerment Film
- 2025, Cyprus International Film Festival - Honorary Mention for Best Talent Feature Documentary
- 2025, Athens International Digital Film Festival - Honorary Distinction
- 2025, Docfest Chalkida - Official Selection
- 2025, Alpine International Film Festival - Official Selection
- 2025, Bridges International Film Festival - Official Selection
- 2025, Kyoto Independent Film Festival - Semi Finalist
- 2025, Palermo International Film Festival - Semi Finalist
- 2026, Jaipur International Film Festival - Official Selection