Heroes and Demons
Heroes and Demons

Heroes and Demons

2011Movie93 minEnglish

Gripping thriller drama with fantastic all-star cast: Six different stories about crooks, misfits, heroes and their determination to overcome the destiny. Stories about intolerance, hopelessness, betrayal, despair, and the unpredictable.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Alexandros AvranasGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In the bleak landscape of a small Greek town, a young man named Yorgos struggles with his identity and his complicated relationship with his domineering father. As he navigates his desires and the oppressive social environment, he finds himself drawn into a world of both vulnerability and unexpected connections. The film explores themes of alienation, suppressed desires, and the search for belonging in a world that offers little solace.

Critical Reception

Alexandros Avranas's 'Heroes and Demons' garnered attention for its stark portrayal of Greek provincial life and its unflinching look at troubled relationships. Critics praised its atmospheric direction and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors, while some found its grim tone and challenging subject matter difficult to engage with.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and unflinching depiction of societal pressures and personal struggles.
  • Noted for its strong atmospheric direction and compelling performances.
  • Some found the film's bleakness and challenging themes to be overwhelming.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the official selection at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival in 2011.

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ArchAngel

ArchAngel

Heroes, villains, underdogs and beautiful models meet in a hits safe and totally unpredictable movie experience from the best of Hollywood. "Heroes & Demons" brings together some of the planet's real superstars in totally offbeat stories a...