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The Dead Brother's Oath

The Dead Brother's Oath (1969)

Jan 01, 1969 1h 8m Drama Fantasy

One of nine sons, Konstantis, convinces his mother to arrange the marriage of his only sister, Areti, to a stranger and swears on the Bible that he will go himself and fetch her if she is ever needed. When all nine sons succumb to an epidemic, leaving their mother alone, she curses Konstantis, who rises from his grave to find his sister and bring her back to the family home. Now thought to be a lost movie.

Directed by Elias Kambitis

Cast

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Roula Kostara

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Violetta Souli
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Violetta Souli

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Giorgos Oikonomou
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Giorgos Oikonomou

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Marika Mavropoulou
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Marika Mavropoulou

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Anna Iasonidou
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Anna Iasonidou

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Giorgos Gianniotis

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Andreas Tsakalis

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Antonis Koufogiannis

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Crew

Director
  • Elias Kambitis
Writer
  • Elias Kambitis

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Dead Brother's Oath examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Elias Kambitis 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 1969, 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 The Dead Brother's Oath took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 68 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 93 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 289 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 1969, when this film was released:
  • The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
  • Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 1, 1969
  • Runtime: 1h 8m

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