Cast
What it is about
A Greek war drama set during a period of conflict, focusing on the relationships between a Greek professor, his family and a German lieutenant stationed in the area. The tension between personal loyalties and the pressures of occupation shapes the story, which is carried by a cast led by Manos Katrakis and Petros Fyssoun.
How it was made
Directed by Kostas Manoussakis, who co-wrote the screenplay with Aris Alexandrou, and produced by Klearhos Konitsiotis. The cast also includes Dimitris Nikolaidis, Georges Sari, Elli Fotiou, Vangelis Kazan and Dimitris Myrat. The sources available offer little detail about the shoot and its technical choices.
Reception and legacy
The film was screened at the 1965 Cannes Film Festival. It was selected as Greece's entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 37th Academy Awards, but it was not accepted as a nominee. The available sources say little about its critical reception and lasting legacy.
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