ARMY OF LOVERS: THE SACRED BAND OF ANCIENT GREECE

This richly crafted documentary unveils the lost legacy of the Sacred Band of Thebes, an elite ancient Greek army composed of 150 pairs of male lovers, undefeated for decades until their tragic fall at Chaeronea. Through forensic archaeological research, rare archival materials, expert testimony, ancient artwork, and immersive animation, director Lefteris Charitos resurrects a powerful tale of heroism, queer love, and brotherhood. Featuring historians and field experts the film challenges our modern perceptions of gender, masculinity, and the enduring resonance of queer histories.