Ioannis Kapodistrias - His Life and Work

20191h 2m

A dramatized documentary series dedicated to the life and work of Ioannis Kapodistrias, one of the most emblematic figures of Modern Greece, and first governor of the independent Greek state.

Production

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Seasons

6 Episodes • Premiered 2019

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1. Early Years

Through dramatized scenes and interviews with historians, we watch how young doctor Ioannis Kapodistrias decided to get actively involved in politics, first on his native island of Corfu, and later as diplomat in Saint Petersburg.

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2. In the International Diplomatic Arena

Watch Ioannis Kapodistrias’ long trip to Saint Petersburg through the frozen forests of Russia, his presence and recognition in the city’s high society and his appointment as an attache of the Russian embassy in Vienna.

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3. Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia

From the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kapodistrias works to promote social justice in Russia’s foreign affairs. Meanwhile, he comes in touch with the founders of Filiki Eteria and the Greek Revolution leaders.

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4. In the Years of Revolution

Shortly before and right after the burst of the Greek Revolution, Kapodistrias tries to safeguard and support the fight for freedom. Finally, in the spring of 1827, Kapodistrias accepts to become the first governor of Greece.

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5. Becoming Governor & Arriving in Greece

As governor, Kapodistrias submits a memorandum to the 3 Great Forces on the financial support of Greece. Immediately after his arrival in the country, he starts his governmental work and the negotiations for the Greek borders.

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6. The Modernization Program

With his modernization program, unique both in volume and in speed, Kapodistrias turned Greece into a state. But he came across many obstacles, both inside and outside the borders, until he was murdered on September 27, 1831.

Cast

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Spyros Stamoulis

Ιωάννης Καποδίστριας

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Gogo Xirou

Ρωξάνδρα Στούρτζα

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Nikolas Papadomihelakis

Τσάρος Αλέξανδρος Α’

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Sotiris Tahtsoglou

Αντώνιος-Μαρία Καποδίστριας

Photo of Kastrinou Margarita

Kastrinou Margarita

Διαμαντίνα Γονέμη

Photo of Giorgos Gikapeppas

Giorgos Gikapeppas

φωνή Καποδίστρια

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