Films
Through the years we wrote, directed and produced water safety and lifesaving related films.
Film: Eagle's Rebirth. Year: 2026. Synopsis: Eagle’s Rebirth is a poetic short film that tells the true story of Pantelis Avramidis, a man born during World War II who sacrificed his dreams for survival and family. After enduring poverty, 42 professions, and a devastating cancer diagnosis, he was invited to compete in lifesaving, a sport he had never pursued. Denied opportunities and challenged by age, failing eyesight, and numb limbs, Pantelis continued training, ultimately winning three international gold medals at his eighties. Through a visual language of paintings and symbolic eagle imagery, the film explores rebirth—not as myth, but as moral courage. At its heart, the story is not about medals, but about a father whose children return the dream he once postponed for them, through a sport seeking inclusion in the Olympic Games. Screeenings: tba. Recognition: tba.
Film: To the saviors. Year: 2026. Synopsis: “To the saviors” is an inspirational video tribute that honors some of the world’s most distinguished visionaries, whose legacy has profoundly advanced lifesaving, swimming, and sport and champions the inclusion of lifesaving sport in the Olympic Games for saving lives. Screeenings: Online.
Film: GloryNe. Year: 2019. Synopsis: Biographical documentary film about the life of Eleftheria Avramidou. Screeenings: Annual Award Ceremony of Telmissos Runners - Museum of Marathon Runners.
Film: Charlie the savior. Year: 2020. Synopsis: "Charlie the savior" is inspired by true events from the filming of the world's #1 TV series "Baywatch". Screeenings: International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films 2015, Royal Life Saving Society Commonwealth 2021. Recognition: Special Health Award - Diploma Award
Film: Ode to (Lifesaving) Joy. Year: 2012. Synopsis: This biographical film tells the story of Lucas Bistarakis, "father" of Greek professional lifeguarding. Screeenings: International Aquatic History Festival 2012, International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films 2017. Recognition: Best New Film Director Award - International Swimming Hall of Fame; Special Diploma for Masterfull Storytelling of Red Cross Events - International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films
Film: The Wave. Year: 2014. Synopsis: The film is a biographical tribute about the life and work of Dimitris Hatzicharistos (20.3.1956-16.2.2014), Professor of Sports Pedagogy of the Athens Sports and Physical Education Academy. It includes comments from relatives, colleagues and students. Reference is made to his pioneering work entitled: "Sports: Dimitris Hatzicharistos' Modern Physical Education System". According to Professor Emeritus Vasilis Kleisouras, Hatzicharistos "opened the way for pedagogical thought in Greek Physical Education. He tried with passion, not only to enlighten the minds of his students, but also to warm their souls and to solidify within them the faith in man". Screeenings: Memorial Day 2014 - School of Sport Science and Physical Education - National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
Film: Greek Beware. Year: 2014. Synopsis: Public Statement Announcement "Greek Beware" ("Έλληνα Προφυλάξου") about drowning prevention. Directed by Dr. Stathis Avramidis, it shows a little boy who describes his own simulated drowning episode. Water safety advices are given by Dr. Avramidis and Bruce Wigo (CEO of the International Swimming Hall of Fame). The video is under the auspices of the following organisations: Hellenic Centre for Disease Control & Prevention, International Swimming Hall of Fame, Hellenic Federation of Underwater Activity, International Awards Guisseppe Sciacca, Fondazione Guiseppe Sciacca, and the Club of Extremely Distinguished Greek Athletes. It was first screened in Greek TV programs during the 2015 summer after permission from the National Radio Broadcasting Television Council. Screeenings: Greek television.
Film: Drowning. Year: 2012. Synopsis: The film is a publis statement announcement that was aired on Greek Television with the approval of the Greek Radio-TV Broadcasting Council. It presents drowning in various forms. It was approved by the Hellenic Federation of Underwater Activity, the National School of Public Health and the Hellenic Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Screeenings: International Aquatic History Film Festival (International Swimming Hall of Fame 2012).
