Megara
Originally released in 1974. Megara is a documentary film. directed by Sakis Maniatis. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The uprising of the villagers in Megara against the 1973 Junta's decision to expropriate a vast agricultural land in order to build an oil-refinery and, their successful (?) struggle against this call. Shot in a period when Ecology and Environment were terms unknown in Greece, the uprooting of the ancient olive grove of Megara is one of the gravest ecological disasters in the country. The peasants' unique way of expressing their thoughts and feelings is filmed in a powerful cinematic language, in one of the most important documentary films of contemporary cinema.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 25, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
EL
Original language
Country
Greece
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EL
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Megara about?
The uprising of the villagers in Megara against the 1973 Junta's decision to expropriate a vast agricultural land in order to build an oil-refinery and, their successful (?) struggle against this c...
Who directed Megara?
Megara was directed by Sakis Maniatis.
How long is Megara?
Megara has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was Megara released?
Megara was released on September 25, 1974 in theaters.