Πόντιος Είμαι... Αλλά Κάνω Θεραπεία
Πόντιος Είμαι... Αλλά Κάνω Θεραπεία

Πόντιος Είμαι... Αλλά Κάνω Θεραπεία

1987Movie94 minGreek

Kostas Tsakonas is Thomas Rezilikis, a professional unemployed pontiac with a strange habit.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Νίκος ΖακόπουλοςGenres: Comedy

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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