Actress Egli Katsiki never watches thrillers because she is scared of them! Yet she plays the main character in Whistle film.
Whistle, the short film, is part of a larger artistic project called "Whistle Project". The project celebrates visual arts and attempts to talk about the superstitions and prejudices in the art world. The production team proposed the project to the majority of art institutions in Greece, in an effort to reach audiences in the form of a trans-media exhibition. Whistle Project was never realized. The project is still in search of collaborators and a home...
The superstition of whistling and the suffering it brings can be found in many cultures around the world. In most cases, the story includes the appearance of a demon or monster.
Sofia Filippidou is one of the most recognized and respected actresses in Greece, with a vast acting career spanning four decades and a resume that includes performances in the ancient theater of Epidaurus to television series and film productions. Her participation in Whistle (the Bride) marks her return to the movie set, after her last film 18 years ago. Her support and enthusiasm to the Whistle idea, is a great honor for all.
In order to create a realistic goat-like head, the production asked advice from a professional animal taxidermist. When he proposed the sacrifice of a real animal, production decided to create a head from artificial materials, such as plastic and cardboard. Thank God...