The Island of Silence (1958)

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"700 meters far from humans, and million meters far from humanity…" The study of the life of the lepers of Spinalonga with a dedication and affection that brighten the neo-realistic and documentaristic framework and style of the film. Plot: We watch romantic and emotional adventures, ideological and sentimental conflicts featuring the patients, doctors and several locals. The doctor Stathis Chtenas (Giorgos Kampanellis) is disappointed at the situation on the island and confesses to the teacher (Orestis Markris) that he wants to leave soon. Their life changes with the arrival of a young volunteer doctor, Angela (Nina Sgouridou), whose dynamic presence transforms life on the island. Stathis and Angela become a couple and make everything to improve life at Spinalonga. However, on the occasion of young Sifis’s (Tzannis Kourkoulakos) “escape” from the island, Stathis’s attitude changes.

Director: Lila Kourkoulakou
Genre: Drama, Documentary
Runtime: 65 min
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Cinematography: Nikos Gardelis
Editing: Giorgos Tsaoulis
Country: Greece
Language: ελληνικά
Original Language: el
More Films by Director: Lila Kourkoulakou
More Films in Genre: Drama, Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Island of Silence about?
"700 meters far from humans, and million meters far from humanity…" The study of the life of the lepers of Spinalonga with a dedication and affection that brighten the neo-realistic and documentaristic framework and style of the film. Plot: We watch romantic and emotional adventures, ideological and sentimental conflicts featuring the patients, doctors and several locals. The doctor Stathis Chtenas (Giorgos Kampanellis) is disappointed at the situation on the island and confesses to the teacher (Orestis Markris) that he wants to leave soon. Their life changes with the arrival of a young volunteer doctor, Angela (Nina Sgouridou), whose dynamic presence transforms life on the island. Stathis and Angela become a couple and make everything to improve life at Spinalonga. However, on the occasion of young Sifis’s (Tzannis Kourkoulakos) “escape” from the island, Stathis’s attitude changes.
Who directed The Island of Silence?
The Island of Silence was directed by Lila Kourkoulakou.
Who stars in The Island of Silence?
The Island of Silence stars Orestis Makris, Giorgos Kabanellis, Nina Sgouridou, Tzortzis Kourkoulakos, Giannis Sparidis.
How long is The Island of Silence?
The Island of Silence has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
What genre is The Island of Silence?
The Island of Silence is a Drama, Documentary film.
Where was The Island of Silence produced?
The Island of Silence was produced in Greece.