The screening was followed by a thoughtful discussion on memory, identity, cultural heritage, urban transformation and the future of European neighbourhoods. What began as a documentary screening soon evolved into a broader exchange of ideas about the challenges facing contemporary cities: social cohesion, migration, gentrification, community life and the importance of preserving the human dimension of heritage.
The European Conference on Education and Sustainable Development, brought together ministers, European policymakers, representatives of major international organisations and leading academic institutions from across Europe. Among the participants were representatives from the Ministries of Education of Cyprus and Albania, the European Commission (DG Education and Culture), UNECE, UNESCO and the European Training Foundation - key actors shaping European educational policy, sustainability strategies and future funding priorities. Today we had the opportunity to interview inspiring voices from across Europe.
Following the screening of the films “When the Swallows Fall Silent” and “Milk–Rose” on March 26, 2026, at Stadtkino in Vienna, within the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026, we would like to provide a brief evaluation of the event.
As part of the cultural programme of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026, two acclaimed Cypriot films will be screened in Vienna at Stadtkino Cinema on March 26, 2026.
Official Selection in Competition at Los Angeles Greek Film Festival
Last night, in the heart of Nicosia, we experienced a truly special moment.The documentary When the Swallows Fall Silent, directed by Constantinos Patsalides, was screened at the Cultural Foundation of the Bank of Cyprus in Faneromeni, for a charitable cause: to support families in need.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Regional Primary School of Tamasos and to the D1 class teacher, Annita Pampaka, for the invitation to screen our short film 30, which tells the story of a mother searching for her son during the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974.
We had an excellent meeting with François-Xavier Bellamy, the European Parliament’s Rapporteur on the Missing Persons of Cyprus, and we are truly grateful for his warm and thoughtful response.
After London and Paris, it’s time for Sweden! 🇸🇪Our film When the Swallows Fall Silent is heading to Stockholm for a special screening at Zita Folkets Bio on Wednesday, October 1st at 18:00📽️ A documentary by Constantinos Patsalides & George Avraam, exploring the struggle of a community to preserve its identity and history in the face of rapid urban transformation.The screening will be preceded by the award-winning short film Milk Rose.Tickets 🎟https://bio.se/bokning/cinemaId/2124/sessionId/19849Pre salesLink in bio
From London to Paris: Cypriot Stories on the Big Screen
2 days before our premiere in London. Reserve your seat. Two beautiful Cypriot stories at Arthouse Cinema.
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WALKING AROUND THE WORLD is an independent film production company based in Cyprus, active since 2008 in the fields of film and post-production, docudramas, creative documentaries, animation and corporate video content. Our company is committed to cinematic storytelling that is authentic and visually powerful. Our films have been screened and awarded at prestigious film festivals in the USA, Sweden, Greece, Cape Town, India and Cyprus. Our latest project, “WHEN THE SWALLOWS FALL SILENT”, was completed on January 10, 2025, and had its world premiere at the Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival. It was also screened in France at the festival organized by the Hellenic Cultural Centre in Paris, where it received excellent reviews and enthusiastic audience feedback. Notably, our films “30” and “Beloved Days” were released in cinemas in the UK, Hungary and Cyprus, a rare achievement for Cypriot productions. Our documentaries and short films – including “Hope Against Hopelessness”, “Beloved Days”, “30”, and “Milk-Rose” – have been selected for worldwide distribution by established networks such as: Films Media Group (USA), 7 Palms Entertainment (Ohio, USA), Cosmote TV (Greece). These partnerships ensure that our work reaches audiences globally, across educational, digital, and television platforms. We’ve been featured in several international media outlets, including euronews.gr, HollywoodChicago.com among others.
Walking Around The World is a creative production company specializing in captivating films, documentaries and animations that deeply connect with audiences. Backed by a talented team and collaborative partners, we infuse every project with innovation, passion, and purpose.
We promise to take you on a journey to worlds where time and change test human resilience, hope and the endless efforts to return to one’s ancestral roots. Through captivating storytelling, explore the power of connection—not just to the past, but to the people and places that shape our future.
Constantinos Patsalides
director Walking Around The World productions
c.patsalides @ documentaryworld.com.cy
T.+357 999 60 7 33
