Word: christosã
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...drawn into the movie at all, it is through the vignettes of village life that pepper Christos??€™ saga, distinguishing it somewhat from the blandness of being a total cliche. Filmed on location, the camera brilliantly captures the town’s breathtaking white splendor, from the chalky stones that line the streets, to its snow-colored houses. The villagers manage to furnish this white canvas with vibrant color. Tsarouchas portrays the early 19th century world with engaging detail. The hay shed near the school grounds is overwhelmed by children at recess, who toss hay at each other every...
...attention by relegating Christos to a supporting role, in favor of another unnamed young man, a newcomer in town who sets the village’s female hearts aflutter. He is by far the most compelling character in Flowers, his healthy good looks and confidant stance deeply contrasting with Christos??€™ sickly demeanor and frustrated ineptitude in front of Turkish rule. Granted, it is not such a difficult task, but, with only a few short scenes, he manages to steal the show. It is no surprise that Christos??€™ girlfriend, Areti, leaves him for the new comer, especially...
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