THE OGRE OF ATHENS

This seminal work from the Greek cinema’s pantheon expertly blends existential drama, satire and crime noir elements. Despite his best efforts, shy bank clerk Thomas struggles to fit in with the pace of modern life. On New Year’s Eve, Thomas is mistaken for “The Ogre”: a notorious criminal mastermind who rules the streets of Athens. Suddenly, men respect Thomas and a woman is interested in him – it’s all he’s ever wanted. However, everything comes with a price and Thomas is soon out of his depth when his unwitting white lie unravels. Rich with physical comedy and sharp social commentary, THE OGRE OF ATHENS was a commercial disaster upon its original release but is now considered a true Greek classic.