Dollars for a Saint (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2013, Dollars for a Saint is a documentary film directed by Avra Georgiou, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. Messolonghi. A small coastal town in western Greece, marked by its historical past. During the Turkish occupation, it underwent a five-year siege (1821-1826), which ended in a heroic and bloody Exodus. According to eyewitnesses, gypsy drummers heartened the people of Messolonghi as they fought the Turkish troops. Today, the town is still inhabited by these two diverse social groups, the locals and the gypsies, who live together in peaceful co-existence, which is reaffirmed once a year by a unique communal celebration: the feast of Saint Symeon. Every year at Pentecost, locals and gypsies organize and participate in an exhausting five-day Dionysian celebration. Throughout the feast, the music is played exclusively by gypsies, creating an ecstatic atmosphere that cuts through social classes
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dollars for a Saint 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 Dollars for a Saint page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dollars for a Saint (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dollars for a Saint change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dollars for a Saint worth watching?
- Dollars for a Saint holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Dollars for a Saint released?
- Dollars for a Saint was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.