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Release Year1967
Runtime1h 28m
LanguageGreek
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Romance
Votes3
DirectorMaria Plyta
WritersMaria Plyta
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.7 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Merchant
About The Merchant
Lena Konstantinidi, a wealthy young woman who is paralyzed, falls in love with a poor student, Alexis, who sells newspapers to earn money for his studies. The evil stepmother Elsa, who envies her husband's daughter, is opposed to this marriage and does everything she can to thwart it, even going so far as to accuse Alexis of stealing a valuable statuette. However, her plans are completely ruined, thanks to Alex's kindness and the help of a young street vendor whom Alex had taken into his home after the death of his mother.
Directed by Maria Plyta, The Merchant leans on a strong ensemble — Kostas Karras, Maria Sokali, Beata Asimakopoulou — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1967.
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