George Petritsis
Documentary Filmmaker & Journalist
"The road will lead you wherever you built it to"
— A visionary documentarist whose lens captured the soul of Greece
In Memoriam Gallery
George filming in the mountains of Greece, 1980s
Behind the scenes of 'The Seven Sages of Greek Antiquity'
Award ceremony for Best Documentary, Cyprus Film Festival
George with young Adam on a film set
Final documentary project, 2018
Visionary Documentarist
Saw stories where others saw only facts
Cultural Guardian
Preserved traditions for future generations
Passionate Educator
Believed in the power of film to teach and inspire
Devoted Father
Instilled values and passion in his son Adam
A Life in Film
Documentary Filmmaker and Journalist
1940 - 2015
George Petritsis graduated from the Athens College and continued his studies in the Law School of Athens University, practicing in parallel in script writing and film direction and working as journalist and movie critic in well known Athenian newspapers.
A Life Dedicated to Documenting
He produced his first 35 mm short film “That Bitter Taste of Time” in 1968. Since then he produced more than 800 film and TV documentaries, most of which were broadcasted on the States Television Channels ET1 and NET.
Notable Works
In 1995 he presented a series of eight documentaries on Greek mythology, entitled “Paths Of Gods” with Peter Ustinov.
“Leaders” (one hour documentary series profiling state leaders all over the world) was one of his most successful series.
“Testimonies” (Martyries) was another successful series of documentaries covering subjects from the recent Greek history, being broadcasted continuously on Greek TV channels from 1991 till 2015.
The Seven Sages of Greek Antiquity (2010)
- Hour-long documentary exploring the wisdom of Ancient Greece’s seven wise men
- Winner: Best Antiquity Film at Cyprus International Film Festival 2010
Legacy
He received awards for his films «ΕΓΩ» (Me) and «ΔΙΑΚΟΠΕΣ» (Vacations) from the Ministry of Industry and his documentary THE SEVEN SAGES OF ANTIQUITY was honored as the best antiquity film at the Cyprus International Festival.
George Petritsis is the writer of five satirical novels.
Continuing Impact
Today, George’s legacy lives on through:
- The countless stories he preserved for future generations
- His influence on contemporary Greek documentary scene
George Petritsis didn’t just document history—he became part of it. His dedication to preserving Greek culture and history ensures his work will continue to educate, inspire, and connect people across generations.
In Memoriam
George’s camera may be silent, but his stories echo through eternity. His road led not just to his own destination, but paved the way for countless others to follow.
"The road will lead you wherever you built it to"
Words that echo through generations, inspiring filmmakers to build roads to extraordinary destinations.
His Vision Lives On
Through his son Adam and the countless filmmakers he inspired, George's passion for authentic storytelling continues to illuminate new paths in cinema. The road he built leads us all toward truth, beauty, and the preservation of human stories.