Jesus Stopped at Gyzi

Jesus Stopped at Gyzi

2013 · 11 min · Drama, Family

The first day of the school year, a girl remembers the incidents that took place during the summer, when the family was forced to close their bookstore and move to their grandmother's house. Now the family has to maintain their dignity and keep the hope for the future alive.Inspired from 'Jesus stopped at Eboli' by Carlo Levi.

Directed by Amerissa Basta · Written by Lefteris Panousis

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