Passenger Port of Piraeus (Part 2), Piraeus Tower, Themistocles Square

The second part of the Passenger Port of Piraeus, Piraeus Tower, and Themistocles Square (Titanios Kipos) represent three additional significant locations in central Piraeus. The port serves thousands of travelers daily as they head to the Greek islands, acting as the main gateway to the Aegean.

The Piraeus Tower, Greece’s second tallest skyscraper, has become a symbol of renewal and sustainable development. Themistocles Square, also known as Tinaion Garden, is a historic green space that connects urban life with the city’s rich history.

Cinematic Aesthetic:

• The port offers a dynamic industrial aesthetic, with intense activity from travelers and ships.
• Piraeus Tower combines modern and futuristic elements with vibrant urban life, while Themistocles Square exudes a traditional and urban aesthetic.

Reasons for Selection: These locations offer a unique blend of historical and contemporary elements. The port and tower provide large-scale, high-tech settings, while Themistocles Square adds a serene and traditional touch, ideal for diverse cinematic narratives.

Type of Film: Ideal for action films, social dramas, documentaries, as well as films exploring the interaction between traditional and modern elements in urban life.

Directorial Perspective:

• Port: Focuses on the vibrancy and energy of the passenger port, capturing scenes of traveler flow and ship activity.
• Piraeus Tower: Offers a futuristic setting that highlights contemporary innovation.
• Themistocles Square: Adds a traditional character with settings connected to history and everyday life.