Eleni

In "Eleni," a powerful drama that explores the complexities of war and its impact on families, writer Nicholas Gage returns to his native Greece to unravel the mystery of his mother's murder during the 1940s Greek Civil War. Through a non-linear narrative, the film interweaves two storylines: Nick as a young boy struggling to survive in the occupied hillside, and the present-day investigation that brings him closer to answers about his family's tragic past. Directed by Peter Yates, this 1985 adaptation of Gage's memoir is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of loss, sacrifice, and the enduring power of human connection.