"The Razor’s Edge" – A Documentary Bridging Martial Arts and Human Philosophy. The Greek documentary film “The Razor’s Edge / Στην Κόψη του Ξυραφιού”, directed by Christos N. Karakasis, continues its dynamic journey across the global stage, gaining recognition in the UK, USA, and Canada. The film, which delves into the martial art of Kung Fu, is now available on major international streaming platforms TUBI (FOX), Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video.
At its heart lies the life and philosophy of Sifu Kyriakos Eleftheriou, founder of TAO CLUB Halandri and the Attica Martial Arts Association. The documentary presents a deeply human and inspiring journey into the world of martial arts, where “TAO” – the Way – becomes a metaphor for life itself: full of crossroads, choices, and spiritual quests.
Born in Cyprus, Sifu Eleftheriou has been a central figure in the growth of Kung Fu in Greece and a founding member of the Hellenic Kung Fu Federation in 1987. With unwavering passion, he continues to serve the art as a teacher, mentor, and visionary, promoting physical empowerment, mental cultivation, and emotional resilience.
🏆 International Awards
The film has received multiple accolades from prestigious global festivals, confirming its distinctive character and universal message:
- 🥇 Best Feature Documentary – 7th West Side Doc Fest, Athens
- 🥇 Best Feature Documentary – Milan Gold Awards, Italy
- 🥇 Best Documentary Story – WILDsound Feedback Festival, Los Angeles (from over 600 entries)
- 🥇 Best Direction & Best Feature Film – OTB International Film Awards, Miami, USA
🎬 Key Crew
- Director / Writer / Editor / Cinematography (Greece): Christos N. Karakasis
- Production Coordinator / Texts: Vasiliki Kappa
- Narration: Maria Kappa
- Original Music: Dimos Stathoulis
- Assistant Director: Nikos Psaltakis
- Production Assistant: Maria Kappa
- Cinematography (Abroad): George Devon
- Production: Quinta Film Company
- Co-production / Distribution: Tickets Tickets