Eleni (1985)
Overview
Nick is a writer in New York when he gets posted to a bureau in Greece. He has waited 30 years for this. He wants to know why his mother was killed in the civil war years earlier. In a parallel plot line we see Nick as a young boy and his family as they struggle to survive in the occupied Greek hillside. The plot lines converge as Nick's investigations bring him closer to the answers.
Where to watch Eleni
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video | — |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video, YouTube | Amazon Video, YouTube |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Eleni in 15 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Eleni about?
Nick is a writer in New York when he gets posted to a bureau in Greece. He has waited 30 years for this. He wants to know why his mother was killed in the civil war years earlier. In a parallel plot line we see Nick as a young boy and his family as they struggle to survive in the occupied Greek hillside. The plot lines converge as Nick's investigations bring him closer to the answers. Eleni is a Drama, History movie, released on 1985-11-01, runtime 114 minutes.
Is Eleni worth watching?
TMDB users rate Eleni 6.0 out of 10 from 20 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Eleni?
In the United States, Eleni can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 7 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Peter Yates
Cast
- Kate Nelligan as Eleni
- John Malkovich as Nicholas 'Nick' Gage
- Linda Hunt as Katina
- Oliver Cotton as Katis
- Ronald Pickup as Spiro
- Rosalie Crutchley as Grandmother
- Glenne Headly as Joan
- Dimitra Arliss as Ana (Czechoslovakia)
- Steve Plytas as Christos
- Lisa Jakub as Katis' Granddaughter
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Sources
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