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The Young Will Live (1965)

Movie ★ 10.0

Drama

George and Effie, high school sweethearts from poor families, dream of becoming a teacher and a research physicist, respectively. Despite their teacher’s support, George fails his university exams and moves to Athens for work, finding only temporary construction jobs. Effie, pressured by her father’s financial struggles, agrees to marry a wealthy man to support her family, despite her love for George. Heartbroken by Effie’s marriage and facing unemployment, George decides to emigrate to Germany, ending their love story tragically.

Nikos Tzimas Writer Nikos Tzimas Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1965
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Cast

Faidon Georgitsis Faidon Georgitsis Giorgos Alexandra Ladikou Alexandra Ladikou Efi Sylvia Hatzigeorgiou Notis Peryalis Notis Peryalis Foivos Taxiarhis Foivos Taxiarhis Betty Arvaniti Betty Arvaniti Yorgos Charalabidis Yorgos Charalabidis Villy Daskalaki Christoforos Nezer Christoforos Nezer Spyros Simkas

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Young Will Live about?
George and Effie, high school sweethearts from poor families, dream of becoming a teacher and a research physicist, respectively. Despite their teacher’s support, George fails his university exams and moves to Athens for work, finding only temporary construction jobs. Effie, pressured by her father’s financial struggles, agrees to marry a wealthy man to support her family, despite her love for George. Heartbroken by Effie’s marriage and facing unemployment, George decides to emigrate to Germany, ending their love story tragically.
Who directed The Young Will Live?
The Young Will Live was directed by Nikos Tzimas.
Who stars in The Young Will Live?
The Young Will Live stars Faidon Georgitsis, Alexandra Ladikou, Sylvia Hatzigeorgiou, Notis Peryalis.
When was The Young Will Live released?
The Young Will Live is a 1965 drama film.
Where can I watch The Young Will Live?
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