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Set during the turbulent period of the Greek Civil War, this film tells the tragic story of Eftyhia, a young woman whose life is irrevocably shaped by love, loss, and the brutal realities of conflict. Torn between her forbidden love for a communist guerrilla fighter and the expectations of her traditional family, Eftyhia navigates a path fraught with danger and heartbreak.

The film was met with a generally positive reception from Greek critics, praising its epic scope, visual style, and powerful performances, though some noted its lengthy runtime and melodramatic elements. It achieved significant box office success in Greece.

• Praised for its stunning cinematography and evocative portrayal of a tumultuous historical period.

• Applauded for the strong emotional performances of its lead actors.

• Some viewers found the narrative to be overly sentimental and protracted.

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Won Best Film at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival and several Hellenic Film Awards, including Best Actress for Amalia Moutousi.

The film is based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Sofi Dimoulis, which itself was inspired by true events and family histories from the Greek Civil War era.