Without Identity
Without Identity

Without Identity

1962Movie97 minGreek

Giannis (Alekos Alexandrakis) pretends to be the lost son of the Mavroleontos family. The mother (Vaso Metaxa) is happy with the return of her son. Her daughter Liana (Zoe Laskari) is also happy, and Giannis falls in love with her. Liana’s cousin Zanet (Mary Chronopoulou) tries to kill Liana so that she can claim the family fortune, but in the end she injures Giannis.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: John KrishGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling writer, desperate for money, agrees to pose as the husband of a wealthy widow to help her outmaneuver her greedy relatives. However, his elaborate charade begins to unravel as he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of deceit and betrayal.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate critical attention upon its release, praised for its suspenseful plot and strong performances, particularly from Kenneth Haigh. Some critics noted its somewhat predictable twists but acknowledged its effectiveness as a thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and Haigh's compelling performance.
  • Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic but effective.
  • Noted for its effective portrayal of desperation and moral ambiguity.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented, but general consensus among those who have seen it points to a solid thriller with a good central performance.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended as a stage play before being adapted for the screen.

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