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Running on Waves

20261h 21mYiannis Karapiperidis

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As Yorgos Papalios trains for the Athens Marathon, his remarkable life unfolds – from shipping dynasties and revolutionary Cuba to the shaping of Greek cinema and cultural policy – revealing a personal journey that echoes the modern history of Greece.

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What is Running on Waves (2026) about?

As Yorgos Papalios trains for the Athens Marathon, his remarkable life unfolds – from shipping dynasties and revolutionary Cuba to the shaping of Greek cinema and cultural policy – revealing a personal journey that echoes the modern history of Greece.

Who stars in Running on Waves?

Running on Waves stars Giorgos Papalios (Self), Theo Angelopoulos (Self (Archive Footage)), Giorgos Arvanitis (Self), Pantelis Voulgaris (Self). The film was directed by Yiannis Karapiperidis.

How long is Running on Waves?

Running on Waves has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2026.

Where can I watch Running on Waves?

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