Cast
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Vasilis Logothetidis
as Lalakis Makrykostas
Mimis Fotopoulos
as Stelios Molfetas
Ilia Livykou
as Popi Makrykosta
Labros Konstadaras
as Nikos Koutroubas
Rena Stratigou
as Lolota
Haris Kamili
as Kiki
Margarita Labrinou
as Froso Molfeta
Dina Stathatou
as Tasia
Vagelis Protopapas
as Vangelis
Sofia Arseni
as
Rallis Angelidis
as Liapis
Nikos Gouzoulis
as Gendarmerie's officer
Crew
Director
- Alekos Sakellarios
Writer
- Christos Giannakopoulos
- Alekos Sakellarios
Producer
- Filopoimin Finos
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
No Harm's Done represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Alekos Sakellarios 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1955, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of No Harm's Done took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 143 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 362 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1955, when this film was released:
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While No Harm's Done shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Manhattan, which focuses more on action than character development, No Harm's Done subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Antonia's Line and War of the Buttons explore similar territory, No Harm's Done stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: February 15, 1955
- Runtime: 1h 25m
