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The Homecoming

The Homecoming (2008)

Apr 03, 2008 1h 38m Drama

After 35 years working in a factory in Germany, Ilias returns to his almost deserted village and buys a service station on the main street to Ioannina. He wants to make a new start but soon feels like a foreigner again, this time in his own country. His relationship with Eleni, his younger and still beautiful wife, is going though a serious crisis. Eleni, who married him when she was very young to escape the poverty of village life, now feels she is suffocating. She wants to live while there is still time.Their life changes when Ilias saves Petros, a young Albanian illegal immigrant who comes to Greece seeking a better life, from the border guards and hires him in his shop.

Directed by Vasilis Douvlis

Cast

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Arto Apartian
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Arto Apartian

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Maria Skoula
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Maria Skoula

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Artur Luzi

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Alex Moukanos
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Alex Moukanos

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Elissavet Nazlidou
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Elissavet Nazlidou

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Katerina Mavrogeorgi
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Katerina Mavrogeorgi

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Giorgos Nakos

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Pigmalion Dadakaridis
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Pigmalion Dadakaridis

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Konstantinos Lagkos
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Konstantinos Lagkos

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Stergios Nenes
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Stergios Nenes

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Crew

Director
  • Vasilis Douvlis
Writer
  • Vasilis Douvlis

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Homecoming examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Vasilis Douvlis brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2008, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Homecoming took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2008, when this film is released:
  • Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
  • The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
  • Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 3, 2008
  • Runtime: 1h 38m

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