Come in, Kitso!
Come in, Kitso!

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Come in, Kitso!

1968
Movie
85 min
Greek

A naive provincial, Kitsos, who lives in Athens, accepts to work as a doorman in the apartment building where his old friend Aris lives, in order to help him marry the owner's daughter, Poly. Because the latter is quite a difficult character, Kitsos is forced to play the fool. Then, he discovers that Poly is in love with another resident of the apartment building, the famous singer Yannis Vogiatzis. Poly's father assigns Kitsos to monitor his daughter, because he suspects something, while his maid manages to charm him, and marry him, and the apartment building is disturbed by his incredible antics.

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Director: Kōstas KarayannopoulosGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A mischievous young man named Kitsos is constantly getting into trouble, often involving his pursuit of a young woman. His antics lead to a series of comedic situations and misunderstandings within his family and community, as he navigates the challenges of youth and romance in a lighthearted and engaging manner.

Critical Reception

The film was a popular commercial success in Greece, typical for the era's comedies starring Nikos Xanthopoulos. Critical reviews were generally not a primary focus for this type of film, with its appeal lying in its lighthearted entertainment and relatable characters for the general audience of the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted comedic approach and engaging performances.

  • Seen as a typical example of popular Greek cinema from the late 1960s.

  • Enjoyed for its simple plot and family-friendly entertainment value.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is difficult to quantify with modern metrics, but it was considered a popular and enjoyable comedy during its release, fitting the tastes of the Greek audience at the time.

Fun Fact

Nikos Xanthopoulos was a highly popular actor in Greek cinema during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his roles in musical comedies and dramas, often playing a romantic or roguish character.

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