Cast
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Michalis Sarantis
as Aris
Thanasis Papageorgiou
as Vassos
Yiota Festa
as Stella
Alexandros Mavropoulos
as Ermis
Yiannis Niarros
as Aggelos
Mary Mina
as Vasiliki
Akis Sakellariou
as Kyriakos
Xenia Kalogeropoulou
as Aunt Fani
Stefanos Kosmidis
as Spyros
Michalis Ikonomou
as
Jeo Pakitsas
as
Fivos Papakostas
as Voithos Spyrou
Alexandros Hrysanthopoulos
as Tasos
Crew
Director
- Zacharias Mavroeidis
Writer
- Zacharias Mavroeidis
Producer
- Kostas Kefalas
- Christos V. Konstantakopoulos
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Defunct 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 Zacharias Mavroeidis 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 2020, 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 Defunct took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 123 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 20, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 40m