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Πόντιος Είμαι... Αλλά Κάνω Θεραπεία
Kostas Tsakonas is Thomas Rezilikis, a professional unemployed pontiac with a strange habit.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the comedic misadventures of a Pontian man who, despite his traditional roots and a somewhat boisterous personality, decides to undergo therapy to better understand himself and his relationships. His sessions with a therapist lead to humorous situations as cultural differences and personal quirks clash and intertwine.
Critical Reception
As a low-budget Greek comedy from the late 1980s, 'Pontios Eimai... Alla Kano Therapeia' was primarily aimed at a local audience and received a generally lighthearted reception. It is remembered for its popular lead actor and its attempts at observational humor based on cultural stereotypes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted comedic tone and the performance of its lead actor.
Noted for its exploration of cultural identity and personal growth through humor.
Considered a typical example of Greek popular cinema from its era.
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Fun Fact
The film's title translates to 'I am Pontian... But I'm Getting Therapy,' playing on the cultural identity of Pontian Greeks and a then-emerging trend of psychotherapy in popular culture.
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