This has been and always will be my favourite movie along with Local Hero. Just the wonderful, wonderful believable characters make it a gem. No cinematic license or special effects needed; just strength drawn from the brilliant storyline, the music and the beautiful scenery. No more needs to be said!! I was 10 years old when this was made and I saw it first at the age of 15. One of those movies when you can remember who you saw it with and even the atmosphere in the cinema!! Also so refreshing to see it many times and still in black and white. I haven't seen a movie with Alan Bates or Anthony Quinn that I haven't enjoyed but this beats them all!! A "must see" for any serious movie buff! Thank goodness for DVD as whenever I need a reality check or just cheering up "on it goes again".
Review of Zorba the Greek
