Alex & Eve
Nothing can keep them apart... except their parents!
2015 · 131 min · ★ 5.7 · Comedy, Romance, Drama
Alex, a Greek Orthodox schoolteacher, falls for Lebanese Muslim lawyer, Eve. The relationship is forbidden by both families, and thus the emotional dilemma of 'Alex and Eve' is created.
Directed by Peter Andrikidis · Written by Alex Lykos
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Richard Brancatisano Alex -
Ryan O'Kane Paul -
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Zoe Carides Chloe -
Tony Nikolakopoulos George -
Rahel Romahn Shadi -
George Kapiniaris Uncle Taso -
Hazem Shammas Mohomad
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4h 9m togetherA close match in mood and era.
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