

Matchbox
2003-03-14 · 80 min · ★ 7.2
Dimitris, a grumpy middle-aged man, is having a hard time with his business partner on a particular decision as to opening a new business; and he's also having a hell of a time with his family members. He has a really short temper, and the unpleasant behaviour of his nasty wife and his disrespectful children don't contribute much to his health.
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- Directors
- Yannis Economides
- Production companies
- Strada Films, Cassandra Films Pty. Ltd., Greek Film Centre, Kino S.A., Max Productions, Studio ERA, X-Rated Films
- Countries
- Greece
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Errikos LitsisDimitris
Eleni KokkidouMaria
Costas XikominosGiorgos
Yannis VoulgarakisVangelis
Stavros YagoulisLoukas
Angeliki PapouliaKiki
Serafita GrigoriadouAngelaTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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