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Costas Ferris' 'Your Eyelids Shine' is a unique short from 1961, steeped in the atmosphere of rembetiko music. It’s fascinating how the film was expelled from the Thessaloniki Film Festival due to its lyrics, which boldly touch on themes of drug use and pleasure. The two songs featured are the real stars, weaving into the narrative and giving a sense of the era's underground culture. The pacing is relaxed, with a certain dreamy quality that lets you soak in the visuals and sounds. The performances are intimate, almost like a personal invitation into the lives of the characters. It’s a snapshot of a time and place that feels both specific and universal in its exploration of desire.
Short film running approximately 30 minutes.Features two significant rembetiko songs.Banned from Thessaloniki Film Festival for its lyrics.Shot in black and white, enhancing its nostalgic feel.
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