ERTFLIX: Zorro, The last tycoon, Sicario and series and films you must not lose

January brings an air of renewal and exciting choices for lovers of the small and large screen through . ERT’s popular digital channel enriches its library with new series, films and documentaries, offering a variety of themes that cover all tastes. CORVERSE From dramatic stories and comedies to thrillers and biographical films, the platform promises to keep viewers’ interest intact. The new year begins with international productions that have stood out in festivals, but also Greek creations that bring fresh narratives and strong interpretations. The award-winning films and the long-awaited January series combine the quality script with the impressive direction, creating an ideal combination for evenings full of action, mystery and emotion. CORVERSE Special emphasis is also placed on the fiction series that encapsulate with their twists and memorable characters. At the same time, ERTFLIX hosts favorite documentaries exploring true stories and important social issues, offering food for thought. If you are looking for a way to relax and enjoy quality entertainment from the comfort of your home, ERTFLIX is the ultimate choice for January. Prepare to discover new worlds, strong emotions and endless moments of agony through the rich content that comes to your screen. Foreign series ‘Zorro’ (2024) Premiere at ERTFLIX Premiere at ERTFLIX makes the miniseries of 8 episodes with Jean Dizardin in the lead role. In 1821, Don Diego de la Vega becomes mayor of Los Angeles, aiming to improve his favorite city. However, the city faces financial problems due to the greed of a local businessman, Don Emanuel, and the powers of Don Diego, as mayor, are not enough to fight injustice. Don Diego has not used Zorro’s identity in the last 20 years, but has no choice but to restore Zorro for the greater good. Don Diego struggles to balance between his two identities, as Zorro and as mayor, causing pressure on his marriage to Gabriela, who does not know his secret. I wonder if Don Diego will be able to save his marriage and not lose his sense in chaos? Directed by: Benzamen Sarbit, Nov Debret Starring : Jean Dizardin, Audrey Dana, Andre Dissolier, Gregory Gandebois, Eric Elmosnino, Salvatore Ficara “The Last Tycoon” (2016) 9 episode series The adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s last unfinished novel takes place in Hollywood in the 1930s, a time dark due to Hitler’s economic crisis and growing influence. In a script and directed by Billy Ray, the series focuses on Monroe Starr, a charming and talented film company executive whose career is on the rise. As Starr struggles to acquire firm stakes in the film industry and make his film vision come true, he is invited to manage a power conflict with Pat Brady, his boss and mentor. Direction-scenario : Billy Ray Starring : Matt Boomer, Lily Collins, Kelsey Grammer, Dominic McEligot, Mark O’Brien “Thousand Tomorrow” (2023) Mini-series of six episodes Cody Gunner doesn’t know what real love means. Abandoned, as a child by the man he needed most, he vows he will never again allow himself to love. Ali Daniels also denies love. Carrying a terrible secret, he lives life to the fullest, taking risks and denying relationships. When Cody and Ali meet, they instinctively hide behind the emotional walls they raise. But their attraction is very strong and none of them can avoid falling in love, regardless of the consequences. Only after three years – a thousand tomorrow – realize the cost of their relationship. In the end, they must decide whether love is worth the ultimate price. Directed by Cassidy Lunan, Cole Glass Starring : Colin Ford, Rose Reed, Cole Symus, Ann Lehington, Kate Easton, James Austin Kerr, Trianna Brown “The King’s Favorite” (2022) | Available from 10/01 Mini Series 4 Episodes In the history of the royal house of Valois-Angulem, at the height of the Renaissance, a woman precedes all others on the battlefield. Isabelle Ajani plays Diane de Poitier, a capable hunter, with the unchangeable beauty that fueled rumors and legends. For more than twenty years she was King Henry II’s favorite, while, despite her strong character and legendary beauty, Diane was another courtesan and her position remained precarious. Henry’s impending marriage to Catherine of Medici could threaten her dreams of domination. Diane will do anything to maintain her influence. The passion that unites her with her twenty-year younger Henry, who is the key to her power, will last forever? Directed by: José Dayan Starring : Isabel Ajani, Hugo Becker, Samuel Labart, Virgili Ledoyen, Guya Jireitz, Joystar, Olivier Bonno, Michelle Fo “What Shines” (The Luminaries) (2021) Miniseries of 6 episodes TV performance of Eleanor Caton’s novel, which takes us to the Victorian colony society. Mystery series, which takes place in New Zealand, in the 1860s, in the era when gold hunting is dominated, as well as human greed. Murders, love and revenge are the components of the miniseries, where a man and a woman travel all the way across the world to find their luck. Directed by Claire McCarthy Starring : Eve Hewson, Eve Green, Hims Patel, Yuen Leslie, Marton Chocas, Eric Thompson Foreign films “Annie” (1982) Young orphan Annie has lived a hard life in a far from happy orphanage, run by evil Miss Hannigan. Annie thinks her parents left her there by mistake and that one day they’ll come back and get her. When a rich man named Oliver Daddy Warbucks decides to host an orphan in his home to promote his image, Annie is chosen. While Annie is used to living in Warbucks’ mansion, she still craves to meet her parents. Thus, Warbucks announces their search and a reward, which brings forth many crooks. Based on the successful Broadway musical of 1977. Directed by John Houston Starring : Eileen Quinn, Carol Burnett, Albert Finney, Tim Cary, Bernadette Peters, Anne Renking, Jeffrey Holder “Sicario: The Executor” (Sicario) (2015) FBI agent Kate Macer, after managing to succeed in a man-held space, undertakes a mission of utmost importance. Recruited by mysterious Matt Graver, she joins a group against the escalated drug cartel war. Leading by the enigmatic Alejandro, the group is on the US-Mexico border, with a mission to capture the most notorious cartel leader. The irregular line between the US and Mexico is plunged into drugs, violence, illegal immigration, corruption and endless darkness. Directed by Denis Vilneve Starring : Emily Blunt, Benicio del Toro, Josh Brolin, Jeffrey Donovan, John Berndall, Raul Truillo “Dark Waters” (2019) Rob is a major environmental lawyer and represents major pharmaceutical companies. His career is at its best, when two farmers come into contact with him and claim that a DuPont company branch is dumping toxic waste on the local river, resulting in the destruction of agricultural land and the death of hundreds of animals. In order to help them and discover the truth, he draws up a letter of protest that marks the beginning of a fifteen-year dispute, which will test not only his career, but also his health and family relations. Directed : Todd Haines Starring : Mark Ruffalo, Ann Hathaway, Tim Robbins, Bill Pullman, Bill Camp, Victor Garber “Hitch, the mating meter” (Hitch) (2005) Alex “Hitch” Hitchens is a legendary, and deliberately anonymous, “doctor of dating” New York, who, for a fee, has helped countless men attract women of their dreams. As he “trains” Albert, an unspoiled accountant who is in love with a glowing celebrity, Allegra Cole, Hitch finally meets his mate in the face of beautiful, brilliant Sarah Melas, a columnist, who watches every move of Allegra. The ultimate professional bachelor, Hitch, suddenly falls madly in love with Sarah, the journalist who could well reveal his identity. Directed : Andy Tenant Starring : Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James, Amber Valletta, Julie Ann Emery, Paula Patton, Michael Rapaport, Jeffrey Donovan “Bullet Train” (2022) | Available from 3/01 Based on Kotaro Isaka’s self-titled book, the film follows Ladybug, a somewhat unfortunate killer, who is determined this time to do his job in peace, after a series of failures. Fate, however, has its own plans and so his last mission brings him to a frenzy course of conflict with deadly opponents from all over the world, on the fastest train in the world, with a basic purpose. To find a way off this train. Directed by David Lynch Starring : Brad Pitt, Aaron Taylor- Johnson, Joey King, Brian Tyree Henry, Michael Shannon, Sandra Bullock, Logan Lerman, Hiroyuki Sanata “Little Women” (2019) | Available from 6/01 In 19th-century Massachusetts, with their father serving in the Civil War, the women of the March family—the loving Marmi and her four daughters, Joe, Meg, Amy and Beth—have to deal with themselves. Faced with poverty, young writer, Joe March, strives to be accomplished in New York dominated by men-the discreet Meg is now married and artist Amy is in Paris with wealthy Aunt March. However, the news of talented Beth’s illness will reconnect the sisters under the same roof. Direction Screenplay : Greta Gerwig Starring : Shirsa Ronan, Florence Pugh, Timothy Salame, Emma Watson, Eliza Scanllen, Merrill Strip, Laura Dern, Louis Garrell, James Norton “Aggressive Professor” (Bad Teacher) (2011) Some teachers just don’t give… tens! For example, there is Elizabeth. She’s open-mouthed, ruthless and inappropriate. She drinks, gets high and looks forward to marrying the rich mamoth and leaving her fake morning job. When her fiancé dumps her, she implements her plan to win a rich, beautiful replacement, competing for his love an overly active colleague, Amy. Directed : Jake Kasdan Starring : Cameron Diaz, Justin Timberlake, Jason Siegel, Lucy Pants, Lee Eisenberg, Phyllis Smith Greek films “Xenia” (2014) Strangers in the country where they were born, 16-year-old Danny and 18-year-old Ulysses, after the death of their Albanian mother, will cross across Greece to find their Greek father and force him to recognize them. On the way they will face the ghosts of the past, the ferocity of the greats and a dream that must -always sacrifice – become a reality. By finally managing to grow up in a country that refuses to follow them. The film was awarded six awards by the Greek Film Academy (direction, best film, script, second male role, clothing and editing). Directed by: Panos H. Koutras Starring : Kostas Nikouli, Nikos Gelia, Giannis Stankoglou, Marissa Triantafyllidou, Romana Lobats, Angelos Papadimitriou “Little Beautiful Horses” (2020) After a sharp change in their lives, Alice and Peter find a temporary refuge in a coastal, provincial city along with their young son, Panayiotis. Their decision to work on temporary jobs is part of a wider plan, which will return to Athens as soon as possible. When Alice realizes that the plan is not working, Peter perceives her emotional removal as silent disapproval. The distance between them grows until the danger of being trapped in a web of lies (they themselves made) becomes felt. Direction Screenplay : Michael Constantine They are starring: Giota Argyropoulou, Dimitris Lalos, Katerina Didaskalou, Alexander Karamouzis, Kostas Adalopoulos, Dimitris Kapetanakos, Antonis Myriagos, Vicky Papadopoulou, Kostas Lascos, Thanasis Nakos, Thalia Papakosta, Dimitris Katalimos.