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What If...

What If...

A love story in a changing world

20126.31h 47m

Overview

Athens, the age of economic crisis. Demetris is a highly independent man who lives a normal life. A confirmed bachelor at the age of 33! When a moment arrives, his choice at that point in time will change everything. His roommate is a female German Shepherd called Lonesome. One night, after supper, Lonesome wants to be taken out. Demetris tries to change her mind, but Lonesome insists. It’s at this moment that he comes to a decision. This decision will change his entire life. If Demetris goes out, he will meet Christina, the love of his life. If he stays in, he will not meet her. Does true love exist? What is the impact of a severe economic crisis on people, and how can the crisis destroy a couple? One story shown from two different angles.

Directed by Christopher Papakaliatis
Written by Christopher Papakaliatis
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Top Cast

Christopher Papakaliatis

Christopher Papakaliatis

Dimitris

Marina Kalogirou

Marina Kalogirou

Christina

Maro Kodou

Maro Kodou

Elenitsa Kokovikou

Giorgos Konstantinou

Giorgos Konstantinou

Antonakis Kokovikos

Maria Solomou

Maria Solomou

Maria

Themis Bazaka

Themis Bazaka

Dimitris' Mother

Fanis Mouratidis

Fanis Mouratidis

Giorgos

Akilas Karazisis

Akilas Karazisis

Panagiotis

Takis Spyridakis

Takis Spyridakis

Spyros

Tasos Iordanidis

Tasos Iordanidis

Giannis

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About What If...

What If... is a drama, romance film released in 2012. Directed by Christopher Papakaliatis, it stars Christopher Papakaliatis, Marina Kalogirou, Maro Kodou. Athens, the age of economic crisis. Demetris is a highly independent man who lives a normal life. A confirmed bachelor at the age of 33! When a moment arrives, his choice at that point in time will change everything. His roommate is a female German Shepherd called Lonesome. One night, after supper, Lonesome wants to be taken out. Demetris tries to change her mind, but Lonesome insists. It’s at this moment that he comes to a decision. This decision will change his entire life. If Demetris goes out, he will meet Christina, the love of his life. If he stays in, he will not meet her. Does true love exist? What is the impact of a severe economic crisis on people, and how can the crisis destroy a couple? One story shown from two different angles.

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