Agora: From Democracy to the Market
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Agora: From Democracy to the Market

6.8 / 10 2015 1h 57mNR Greek
Documentary

Storyline

As going through an economic vortex, Greece is experiencing condition in post-war history. Homeless people, unemployment, poverty, violent conflicts and the rise of the extreme-right are found all over the county. Is there any possible way to break through the crisis? This film follows development of the crisis and its impact on people’s lives, as well as rise of fascism, while seeking answers from interested parties.

Cast & Crew

RP

Richard Parker

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Lead
Giorgos Papakonstantinou

Giorgos Papakonstantinou

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JT

Jean-Claude Trichet

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Yánis Varoufákis

Yánis Varoufákis

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PR

Panagiotis Roumeliotis

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MS

Martin Schulz

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Evangelos Venizelos

Evangelos Venizelos

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NK

Naomi Klein

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What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Yorgos Avgeropoulos's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Agora: From Democracy to the Market is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker