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Film director and screenwriter

Alexandros Avranas

Best known for Directing the Venice-winning drama Miss Violence and the crime thriller Dark Crimes

Born: 1977
From: Greek
Working since: 2008

Alexandros Avranas doesn't do light and breezy cinema. The Greek filmmaker made his name crafting chilling, razor-sharp dramas that leave festival crowds stunned. When his disturbing family tale Miss Violence premiered on the Lido, film lovers knew a bold new voice had arrived.

He didn't stick only to Greek indie cinema either. He soon jumped into English-language projects, directing big names like Jim Carrey in gritty international thrillers. He keeps building a career out of dark, uncompromising stories that demand attention.

Latest: Alexandros Avranas Signs On to Direct Greek Version of Brazilian Thriller The Others · 25 September 2026

Alexandros Avranas in brief

—Won the prestigious Silver Lion for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival.
—Swept seven awards at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival with his debut film.
—Directed Jim Carrey and Charlotte Gainsbourg in the gritty thriller Dark Crimes.
—Brought his intense drama Quiet Life to the Venice Film Festival in 2024.

Latest on Alexandros Avranas

Alexandros Avranas directing on set for the Greek adaptation of the TV series The Others.

TV & Streaming25 September 2026

Alexandros Avranas Signs On to Direct Greek Version of Brazilian Thriller The Others

By Theo Blackwood

Award-winning filmmaker Alexandros Avranas is directing the brand-new Greek adaptation of Brazil's smash hit drama series The Others for Alpha TV.