The Cistern (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2001, The Cistern is a drama film directed by Christos Dimas, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1974, a group of 11-year-old boys spend the last carefree summer of their childhood, unaware that the world of grown-ups, with its loves, passions, prejudices and curses, is about to seal their fate. Aaron, Stelios, Sakis, Galanos and Verios, "the acrobats", are best friends. School has closed for the summer holidays and the children spend their time playing games, running errands, and riding their bikes. Life is a game, into which they channel all their physical energy and imagination. They practice their diving abilities in a big cistern. It is a game through which their special talents and competitive spirit unfold. One is good at balancing acts, another at diving and another at somersaults. It is in this neighborhood that Aaron will spend the most important summer of his life: a rite of passage from childhood to adolescence, a time for learning about love, jealousy and friendship.
Who’s in it. The Cistern stars Yiota Festa as Koula, Giorgos Marinos as Mihail, Michalis Evripiotis as Aaron and Hristos Nomikos as Vangelis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Cistern has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cistern page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cistern tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cistern (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cistern change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cistern worth watching?
- The Cistern holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cistern?
- The Cistern stars Yiota Festa, Giorgos Marinos, Michalis Evripiotis, Hristos Nomikos and Vana Rambota.
- When was The Cistern released?
- The Cistern was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.