Philoxenia
“Southern Hospitality, Greek Style”
2021•NR•15m•Released
Documentary
Philoxenia is a short documentary highlighting the synergy between the Greek notion of philoxenia ("friend of the stranger") and Southern hospitality, as expressed through Birmingham, Alabama's Greek-owned restaurants. The film features six local favorite restaurants, two historians and, of course, a lot of mouthwatering dishes.
Director
Jessica Chriesman
Budget
$0M
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