Athos (2016) [N/A]
Release Date:
June 23, 2016
Original Title:
Athos – Im Jenseits dieser Welt
Genres:
Documentary
Production Companies:
Langbein & Partner Media GmbH & Co KG
Vidicom Media
Production Countries:
Austria | Germany
Ratings / Certifications:
AT: AA FR: 10 RO: AP
Runtime: 99
The Athos peninsula in Greece is one of Europe's last secrets. Over 2000 monks live on Athos - cut off from the outside world. Access is denied to women, tourists are not welcome. Only workers and pilgrims can obtain a visa. The "Autonomous Monastic State of the Holy Mountain" attracts people who feel like they are missing something from their modern lives. With the help of three Athos monks, "Athos - A Taste of Heaven" tells the story of the island and its inhabitants in a unique filmed diary style. The film's guiding theme is the path we as people have to find and follow - each and everyone for themselves. "First we must heal our own souls, only then we can help others", is one of Father Galaktions core messages. He lives as a hermit on the holy mountain. Not all monks, however, live as secluded and demure as Father Galaktion. The film team is also received by Father Epiphanios - a gifted and poetic cook who certainly does not disdain the pleasures of life.
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