The 65th Thessaloniki Film Festival came to a poignant close, paying tribute to Yiannis Boutaris, the former mayor and chairman of the festival, who recently passed away. The final day featured award ceremonies following a successful ten-day event filled with cinema and packed audiences. The festival’s organizers expressed deep respect for Boutaris’s contributions to both the city and the cultural event. Attendees left with a sense of hope, looking forward to next year’s festival.