Youth of Athens

The film follows a rich widower who impregnates a poor young woman and subsequently abandons her. Her brother, a member of a resistance group during the Occupation, seeks to repair the damage caused by his sister's situation. This narrative of personal and political turmoil is set against the harsh realities of wartime Greece, highlighting the impact of the German occupation on everyday lives.

With a cast featuring Ellie Lambeti, Andreas Filippides, Christoforos Nezer, and Despo Diamantidou, Youth of Athens delves into the emotional and societal challenges faced during this tumultuous period. The film's focus on pregnancy, arrest, and concentration camps adds depth to its portrayal of the human condition under oppressive circumstances.