The Merchant
Originally released in 1967. The Merchant is a drama/romance film. directed by Maria Plyta. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kostas Karras, Maria Sokali, and Beata Asimakopoulou
Synopsis
Lena Konstantinidi, a wealthy young woman who is paralyzed, falls in love with a poor student, Alexis, who sells newspapers to earn money for his studies. The evil stepmother Elsa, who envies her husband's daughter, is opposed to this marriage and does everything she can to thwart it, even going so far as to accuse Alexis of stealing a valuable statuette. However, her plans are completely ruined, thanks to Alex's kindness and the help of a young street vendor whom Alex had taken into his home after the death of his mother.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1967
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
EL
Original language
Country
Greece
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EL
Production Companies
- Anzervos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Merchant about?
Lena Konstantinidi, a wealthy young woman who is paralyzed, falls in love with a poor student, Alexis, who sells newspapers to earn money for his studies. The evil stepmother Elsa, who envies her h...
Who directed The Merchant?
The Merchant was directed by Maria Plyta.
How long is The Merchant?
The Merchant has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Merchant released?
The Merchant was released on January 1, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Merchant?
The main cast of The Merchant includes Kostas Karras, Maria Sokali, Beata Asimakopoulou, Mitsos Lygizos, Vasilis Kailas.