Buster Keaton: The General with Stathis Anninos

You can settle into the cool grass of the Megaron Garden for a night where cinematic history meets contemporary sound. Marking the 100th anniversary of what many consider the greatest comedy ever made, Buster Keaton’s The General returns to the screen for a special outdoor screening. This isn't a silent experience in the traditional sense. Stathis Anninos, one of the most versatile musicians of his generation, will be performing a live, original soundtrack using a blend of piano and electronics to breathe new life into Keaton’s daring locomotive chases and legendary stunts.

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, the film follows a brave engineer on a high-speed pursuit to rescue both his stolen train and his kidnapped beloved. For the seventh year running, the Megaron Garden transforms its lush grounds into an open-air cinema, proving that Keaton’s visual storytelling and physical comedy are just as sharp a century later. You’ll find that the addition of a modern, improvisational score creates a dynamic atmosphere, bridging the gap between the golden age of silent film and the innovative music scene of today. It is a quintessential summer evening in Athens: a landmark film, a brilliant live performance, and the perfect garden setting.