Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery (2004)
A gritty Greek action film about a wrestling champion turned ruthless avenger in the streets of Athens.
Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery - Movie Information
- Original Title: Αθήνα 2004: Βία και Κτηνωδία
- Release Year: 2004
- Directed by: Fokion Bogris
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action
- Runtime: 1h 13m
- Original Language: Greek
- Spoken Languages: Greek
- Production Countries: Greece
- Alternative Titles: Τα ρεμάλια (GR)
Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery - Plot
Mark Avgeris (the new giant of action Dimitris Polydouri) is the Greek wrestling champion. The syndicate pushes him to participate in match-fixing. When he refuses, his wife (Angela Metaxa- "The Remaliah of Athens") falls prey to wild rape and murder. After the devastating this blow, Mark falls in heroin, wanders in dirty Athens and do everything for the dose. The syndicate of murderers but not yet say his last word. They want the champion back, whatever the cost. Meanwhile Marco with the help of a cop (played by the cult star Notis Pitsilos) cuts the pinch and is becoming a merciless avenger.
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Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Fokion Bogris
Main Cast
- Dimitris Polidouris
- Christos Natsios
- Antzela Metaxa
- Kostas Stefanakis
- Telis Stalone
Writers
- Fokion Bogris
- Notis Pitsilos
- Dimitris Polidouris
Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery - FAQs
What is Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery about?
The film follows Mark Avgeris, Greece's wrestling champion, who is pressured by a criminal syndicate to fix matches. When he refuses, his wife is brutally murdered. Devastated, he spirals into heroin addiction before teaming up with a cop to become a merciless avenger against the syndicate.
Who are the main actors in Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery?
The cast features Dimitris Polidouris as the wrestling champion Mark Avgeris, Christos Natsios as his father, Antzela Metaxa as Angela, Kostas Stefanakis as Zamanos, and Telis Stalone as Tasos.
Who directed Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery?
Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery was directed by Fokion Bogris, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Notis Pitsilos and lead actor Dimitris Polidouris. It stands as a distinctive entry in Greek low-budget action cinema of the early 2000s.
Is Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery a cult film?
Yes, the film has earned a cult reputation in Greece, largely due to its raw, unpolished style and the presence of cult actor Notis Pitsilos. Its over-the-top action, gritty Athens setting, and earnest B-movie energy have made it a beloved oddity among fans of Greek genre cinema.
How long is Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery?
Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery runs for 73 minutes, making it a lean and fast-paced action film that wastes no time getting into the story. It's a compact watch that delivers its gritty revenge narrative without overstaying its welcome.
What language is Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery in?
The film is entirely in Greek, reflecting its origins as a homegrown Greek production. It was made in Greece with a local cast and crew, giving it an authentic street-level feel rooted in the Athens of the early 2000s.
What are similar movies to Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery?
If you enjoy this kind of gritty action, you might also like Weekend in Taipei, Hostile Takeover, Absolution, Hunting Season, Cleaner, Embattled, and The Black Book. These films share a similar blend of hard-edged action, crime, and revenge-driven storytelling.
Who wrote Athens 2004: Violence and Savagery?
The screenplay was written collaboratively by director Fokion Bogris, cult actor Notis Pitsilos, and lead star Dimitris Polidouris. The fact that the lead actor co-wrote his own role adds an extra layer of personal investment to the film's revenge-fueled story.
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