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Captives of Hate
Viky, a Greek from Africa, returns in shock to her homeland after the riots in the Congo, where she saw almost all of her family killed before her very eyes. In Athens, the businessman Angelos von Zirach, of German origin, helps her brother avoid financial disaster, but also helps her launch a career as a singer and dancer. Viky falls in love with him and agrees to marry him, inviting the wrath of his secretary and lover Tzina, who, in order to get even with him, reveals to Vicky that Angelos' ships don't transport food, medicine and indispensable articles to Africa, but guns, ammunition and even mercenaries. Viky is shocked. She turns in von Zirach to the police and leaves. After some years, she returns to him with their son Freiderikos, when von Zirach has donated his fortune to the orphans of Biafra.
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Plot Summary
A young British student is drawn into a dangerous world of underground crime and manipulation after becoming involved with a charismatic but ruthless gangster. As he tries to navigate this perilous environment, he finds himself increasingly entangled in a web of deceit and violence, with his own life and the lives of those around him at stake. The film explores themes of corruption, desperation, and the struggle for survival in the criminal underworld.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Captives of Hate' received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its bleak tone and graphic nature. While some acknowledged its gritty portrayal of urban crime, many found the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly polarized, with some drawn to its sensationalist elements and others put off by its darkness.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw and unflinching depiction of crime.
Criticized for a confusing narrative and a lack of character depth.
Found to be excessively grim by some viewers.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
Although the film features prominent actors like James Woods and Tom Baker, it is a relatively obscure entry in their filmographies, often overlooked in discussions of their more acclaimed works.
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