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200980 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Themis

200980 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

One in every ten Greek citizens visits the Athens Court of First Instance annually, reflecting the legal system's role in everyday life.

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One in every ten Greek citizens visits the Athens Court of First Instance annually, reflecting the legal system's role in everyday life.

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Markos Gastindirector

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Inside the Athens Court of First Instance, legal proceedings unfold against the backdrop of Greek society. Director Markos Gastin captures civil and penal trials, revealing the daily realities faced by ordinary citizens. With one in ten Greeks visiting the courts each year, the film documents the intricate relationship between law and life in Greece. It presents a vivid portrayal of the judicial system, reflecting the values and struggles that shape contemporary Greek culture.

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