On 13th March 2025, the Cyprus High Commission in London, United Kingdom, will host a compelling panel discussion that bridges the realms of academia, journalism, arts, fashion, and film industry in order to explore the complexities of human behaviour. Recent academic insights suggest that human actions are often guided by ‘bounded rationality’ rather than pure logic. This event seeks to deepen our understanding of this concept through the perspectives of esteemed professionals from various creative industries.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 13th March 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Panel Discussion), followed by a wine reception
Venue: The Cyprus High Commission, 13 St James’s Square, London SW1Y 4LB
Reserve your spot: link here
Panelists:
Mark Foligno: A renowned film entrepreneur and executive producer. Mark is best known for his work on the Oscar-winning film The King's Speech. He has contributed to over 50 acclaimed film productions, including the upcoming boxing drama Salvable, featuring Shia LaBeouf and Toby Kebbell. Formerly the owner of the United Kingdom's leading post-production firm, Molinare, Mark now invests in artificial intelligence applications within the film industry.
Mija Knezevic: Recognised as one of Europe's leading fashion influencers and digital brand managers. Mija was honoured as Elle's ‘Influencer of the Year’ in 2023. Her work has been featured in prominent publications such as the Financial Times, Vogue, and Marie Claire. As a brand consultant, she has collaborated with prestigious companies including Burberry, Tiffany & Co., and Giorgio Armani.
Tonia Sotiropoulou: An acclaimed actress internationally recognized for her role as a Bond girl in Skyfall alongside Daniel Craig. Tonia has also appeared in films like Hercules with Dwayne Johnson and Berberian Sound Studio with Toby Jones.
Deborah Bonetti: Serving as the Director of the Foreign Press Association in the United Kingdom since 2018. Deborah was previously the Association's President from 2016 to 2018. She is also the United Kingdom correspondent for Il Giorno and has a distinguished career in journalism, including a tenure at Gazzetta Dello Sport.
Moderator:
George Hajipavli: Currently the Programme Coordinator of the Eastern Mediterranean Programme at Oxford University George has extensive experience as a political consultant, having collaborated with former and current heads of the government and state.
Discussion Focus:
The panel will explore questions such as:
What drives the purchase of luxury goods beyond rational considerations?
What elements contribute towards a film's appeal?
Are there specific heuristics that make journalistic stories more compelling?
Do fashion and film industries merely reflect the ‘collective conscience’ or actively shape it?
In what ways, and to what extent, do humans exhibit irrational behaviour?
Audience participation is encouraged in order to enrich this insightful discussion.
Cultural Significance:
This event underscores Cyprus' historical role as a cultural hub and its emerging status as a premier destination for arts and entertainment. Notably, several panelists have strong connections to Cyprus, thus highlighting the island's rich cultural heritage.
We invite you to join us for an evening of thought-provoking dialogue, followed by a wine reception at the Cyprus High Commission in London, United Kingdom.
