Amygdala (2021): cast, story & where to watch

2021 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2021, Amygdala is a drama and horror film directed by Maria Hatzakou, running about 22 minutes.

What it’s about. Two sisters, Anna and Melina spend the last days of the summer in their vacation house outside of Athens. Anna is having a party to celebrate her birthday and her passage to adulthood. Soon she will be off to college leaving her little sister behind. She has invited Maria, her crush, to spend the day with her by the pool and organise the party. Melina obsessively loves and admires her older sister and wants badly to be part of her world. She is not invited to the party. But she sets her mind to it, making this night for her sister a bloody night to remember.

Who’s in it. Amygdala stars Donna Petropoulou as Maria, Eva Samioti as Anna and Panayiota Yiagli as Melina.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Amygdala 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 Amygdala page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Amygdala (2021)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amygdala change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Amygdala worth watching?
Amygdala holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Amygdala?
Amygdala stars Donna Petropoulou, Eva Samioti and Panayiota Yiagli.
When was Amygdala released?
Amygdala was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.