Behind the Haystacks

Asimina Proedrou20221h 58mSocial Issues, Drama, Thriller

Why we chose it

Through a multi-perspective narrative, Asimina Proedrou becomes entangled in the nets of provincial corruption, unfolding a brutal story of social corruption, family oppression, and shattered dreams. A captivating directorial debut, honored with 10 Iris Awards by the Hellenic Film Academy.

Synopsis

A fisherman and farmer living in a village on Greece’s northern border, drowning in debt, begins smuggling migrants across the lake for a hefty fee. His wife, a housewife and devout churchgoer, searches for the true Word of God, while their daughter struggles to define her life within the oppressive environment that surrounds her. But when a tragic event disrupts the fragile balance, the three protagonists are forced to confront the cost of their actions.

Information

Director
Cast
Also known as
Piso apo tis thimonies
Production year
2022
Decade
2020s
Duration
1h 58m
Festivals & Awards
Language
Greek, Arabic, English
Country
Greece, Germany, Republic of North Macedonia
Subtitles
English
Age rating
15+

Hellenic Film Academy Award

Best Film

2023

Hellenic Film Academy Award

Best Director

2023

Hellenic Film Academy Award

Best Screenplay

2023

What others say

4.2
230 reviews

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