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One Hundred Thousand Pounds
The daughter of a Greek expatriate from Australia, Pagona a.k.a. Peggy (Ketty Panou), after the death of her father she returns to Greece to live with her uncle, Dionysis Katifes (Yorgos Damasiotis) to whom his brother has left the management of his estate of 100,000 pounds until his daughter gets married. Dionysis, wanting to keep his niece's inheritence for himself tells his partner, Frixos (Alekos Livaditis) to marry her. This is also the plan of a failed Geology professor, Kleomenis (Mimis Fotopoulos), who enlists the help of one of Dionysis employees, Hronis (Dinos Iliopoulos). Peggy though, pretends to be bankrupt in order to see which one of her suitors is actually interested in her and not her money.
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Plot Summary
A struggling writer inherits a large sum of money, but his newfound wealth brings unexpected complications and tests his relationships. As he navigates his new financial status, he grapples with the true meaning of happiness and the corrupting influence of money.
Critical Reception
This French comedy-drama received modest critical attention upon its release, appreciated for its lighthearted exploration of wealth's impact on character. While not a major critical success, it was seen as a charming and thought-provoking film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty script and gentle humor.
Found to be a thoughtful, if somewhat understated, examination of financial temptation.
The performances were generally well-received, particularly the lead.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this older film is not readily available through Google reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was based on a novel by French author Paul Vialar.
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