Edo einai Valkania!
Edo einai Valkania!

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Edo einai Valkania!

1984
Movie
85 min
Greek

A forgotten satirical (and occasionally dark) comedy about sex life in the Greek countryside.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Vangelis VergitsisGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A young man inherits a dilapidated mansion from a distant relative, unaware that it is inhabited by a group of eccentric characters. He tries to renovate the house while dealing with the antics of its peculiar residents, leading to humorous situations and misunderstandings.

Critical Reception

The film was a popular Greek comedy of its time, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and performances by its lead actors, though it received mixed reviews from more serious critics for its predictable plot and slapstick comedic style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic timing and the chemistry between the lead actors.

  • Criticized for relying heavily on stereotypes and a formulaic storyline.

  • Seen as a typical example of Greek popular cinema from the 1980s.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's nostalgic value and the memorable performances of Kostas Voutsas, often citing it as a fun, albeit simple, comedy from their youth.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of popular Greek comedies during the 1980s that often featured established comedic actors in lighthearted, family-friendly stories.

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