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Woe to the Young

1961 · 87 min Comedy Romance Fantasy
7.5 / 10 · TMDB

Two wealthy elderly friends, Andreas and Agisilaos, find themselves smitten with the young and lovely Rita. Convinced that youth, not wealth, is the true currency of the world, Andreas makes a fateful pact with the devil, trading his soul to regain his youthful vigor. Reborn as a young man, he pursues Rita with renewed passion. Yet, his grand experiment reveals a deeper truth: youth alone cannot buy love or fulfillment. This revelation leads him to a selfless act, aiming to secure Rita's future happiness in a way he never initially imagined.

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Original Title Αλλοίμονο στους Νέους
Year 1961
Country Greece
Genre Comedy, Romance, Fantasy
Director Alekos Sakellarios
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.5/10 (16 votes)

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This 1961 Greek comedy deftly blends farce with a philosophical edge, using its fantastical premise to explore timeless themes: the folly of desire, the value of experience, and the nature of true generosity. The film manages its satire with a light touch, offering an ironic yet affectionate look at human vanity.

What lingers after the final scene is not just the humor, but a gentle wisdom about the illusions we chase. The film suggests that the most transformative pacts are those we make with our own hearts. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Alekos Sakellarios

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