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Hermes Bird
This 11 minute homage to the male member shows its subject in the various stages of erection. The voice-over poem by James Broughton includes the line "This is the secret that will not stay hidden."
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Plot Summary
In a small Greek village, a young man named Hermes dreams of a better life beyond the confines of his community. He clashes with his traditional family and the village elders as he pursues his ambitions. The film explores themes of youth, rebellion, and the search for identity against a backdrop of social and economic hardship.
Critical Reception
The film was noted for its poignant portrayal of rural Greek life and the struggles of its protagonist. While not a major international hit, it garnered attention within Greece for its realistic depiction of societal pressures and generational conflict.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic atmosphere of rural Greece.
The central performance was often highlighted for its intensity.
Some found the pacing deliberate, focusing on character over plot.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Greek cinema in the late 1970s that focused on social realism and the experiences of ordinary people.
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