Independent States is a journalistic drama by Antonis Tsiotsiopoulos and Giorgos Palombi, inspired by the true story of uncompromising physician Vasilis Tsirones during Greece's first post-junta years. The production resonated with audiences through its rapid pace, raw realism, and compelling performances. Immediately acclaimed, it stands as a significant work of contemporary Greek dramaturgy. The performance delivers sharp political commentary on the entanglement of media and state power and offers contemporary perspective on recent history. It follows young journalist Maria Theophilou's investigation into the circumstances of the doctor's death. The narrative explores the search for truth and women's position within a male-dominated environment.