The Way To The West (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2003, The Way To The West is a drama film directed by Kyriakos Katzourakis, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is a combination of documentary and fiction. A woman from the former Soviet Union, Irina, comes to Greece in search of a better life and falls victim to the sex slave trade (trafficking). She wanders around Athens in search of a friend of hers who has disappeared. Her story unfolds through a series of personal confessions. During these moments of reality, Irina is in some way present as a sort of "suffering angel" who comments on the aftermath, indirectly linking the present to the past, the real to the imaginary
Who’s in it. The Way To The West stars Katia Gerou as Irina, Nicos Arvanitis, Maria Eglezaki and Vasias Eleftheriadis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Way To The West 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 Way To The West page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Way To The West tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Way To The West (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Way To The West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Way To The West worth watching?
- The Way To The West 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 Way To The West?
- The Way To The West stars Katia Gerou, Nicos Arvanitis, Maria Eglezaki, Vasias Eleftheriadis and Thodoros Grampsas.
- When was The Way To The West released?
- The Way To The West was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.