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Applause (1944): cast, story & where to watch

1944 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1944, Applause is a drama and music film directed by Yorgos Tzavellas, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. Alfa (Attik) runs an itinerant theatrical troupe and can see that a young woman, Nora (Zinet Lakaz), is very talented. Indeed, Nora turns into a great actress. However, when she does not reciprocate his love, he turns her away. After this, Alfa falls on hard times, while Nora achieves great popular success.

Who’s in it. Applause stars Kleon Triantafyllou as Alfa (as Attik), Zinet Lakaz as Nora, Dimitris Horn as Stefanos and Alekos Alexandrakis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Applause has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Applause page.

If you liked it. Fans of Applause tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Applause (1944)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Applause change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Applause worth watching?
Applause holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Applause?
Applause stars Kleon Triantafyllou, Zinet Lakaz, Dimitris Horn, Alekos Alexandrakis and George Foundas.
When was Applause released?
Applause was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.