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Windfall in Athens (1954) Michael Cacoyannis; Ellie Lambeti
Windfall in Athens (1954) Michael Cacoyannis; Ellie Lambeti
 
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In Greek with English subtitles. Also known as Kyriakatiko Xypnima.

Though Windfall in Athens represented Michael Cacoyanis' directorial debut, it was held back from release in the U.S. until after the international success of Cacoyanis' Stella and A Girl in Black. Originally titled Kyriakatiko Ksynema, the director's maiden effort bears traces of the early talkie productions of Rene Clair. It all begins when a valuable lottery ticket is stolen from salesgirl Mina (Elli Lambetti). Offering aid and comfort to the disconsolate Mina is George (Georges Pappas), a married attorney. Meanwhile, musician Alexis (Dmitri Horn) has purchased the pilfered ticket from a gang of street kids. When Alexis wins the lottery, George tries to claim the money on behalf of Mina...

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