a most recommendable masterpiece and not only for the underlying theme of the story but also for the unmatchably brilliant and ingenious picture work of angelopoulos and not to mention the acting of giant and mastroianni and moreau and and the remarkable character play by ilias logothethis . gregory karr performance may seem overshadow by his tough partner at first stance but in fact he perfectly play his character and which be reveal in his very last scene with the girl ( khrysikou ) and the man ( mastroianni ) and albeit hint beforehand . ( hence the spoiler . ) get your expectation straight . it an art movie in whatever meaning that phrase have to offer and require attention . not for spend free time and but for watch an artwork with the necessary concentration a in read a book or attend a concert . due to the overall photographic style and large screen viewing be recommend . dialogue be use sparingly . but the film include in addition to the standard greek and english speaking fragment speak in albanian and kurdish and turkish and which will be attractive for those who be charm by the beauty in hear various language .