Sofia Exarchou

Sofia Exarchou, born in 1984, hails from Athens, Greece and has been active in the film industry since 2009. Known for her work in drama and social realism, her film "Park" made waves at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival and brought her the New Directors Award at the San Sebastián International Film Festival. Her authorial style is characterized by raw, intimate portrayals of youth and societal disconnection in contemporary Greece. From an empathetic viewpoint, Exarchou crafts stories that unflinchingly expose the harsh realities of a generation grappling with the fallout of economic and social instability.