Μαρία Πενταγιώτισσα
Μαρία Πενταγιώτισσα

Μαρία Πενταγιώτισσα

1929Movie100 minGreek

Maria, a beautiful girl, baptized by Father Gavriil, joins gang leader Davelis and returns to her village to take revenge on the people who had treated her badly.

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Director: Achilleas MadrasGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film tells the tragic story of Maria Pentagiotissa, a young woman from a poor rural family who falls deeply in love with a wealthy landowner. Despite societal barriers and opposition from her family, she pursues her forbidden love. Her passion and determination ultimately lead to a dramatic and heartbreaking conclusion, highlighting themes of class struggle and impossible love in early 20th-century Greece.

Critical Reception

As one of the earliest Greek sound films and a melodrama with a scandalous reputation, 'Maria Pentagiotissa' was a significant cultural event. While specific critical reviews from its time are scarce, it is remembered for its melodramatic intensity and its portrayal of forbidden love, resonating with audiences despite its controversial subject matter. It is considered a landmark in early Greek cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • A foundational melodrama in early Greek cinema.
  • Explores themes of forbidden love and societal class divisions.
  • Known for its dramatic intensity and scandalous narrative.

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Fun Fact

This film is notable for being one of the first Greek films to incorporate sound, contributing to its novelty and impact at the time of its release.

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