The Magic City (1955)

6.2/10 80 min Drama

Overview

A look at poverty in post-war Athens. Kosmas, a young man living in the slums, constantly tries to make ends meet, hoping for a better day. Because of debts, he gets tangled up in smuggling. His morals are tested and he tries to find a way out.

Cast

George Foundas

Kosmas Betsos

Margarita Papageorgiou

Maria

Stephanos Stratigos

Manos Katrakis

observer - narrator

Thanasis Veggos

Thanasis

Mimis Fotopoulos

Andreas Douzos

Argiris

Tassos Katrapas

Anestis Vlahos

Nikos Tsachiridis

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