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In the twilight of his teaching career, Spiros embarks on his customary annual pilgrimage, trading the chalk-dusted classroom for the hum of his honey-laden truck. His daughter, now married, waves him off as he ventures into the rugged terrain to harvest honey from diverse landscapes. His solitary journey takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a young, rootless girl, abandoned and adrift, seeking refuge in his truck.
Reluctantly, Spiros allows her to tag along for a day, but witnessing her struggle to hitchhike further, he brings her back. Their paths cross and diverge numerous times, each encounter leaving an indelible mark on their lives. The girl, touched by Spiros' kindness - a rarity in her turbulent life - grows fond of him. Yet, Spiros, a man of few words and suppressed emotions, struggles to reciprocate her affection until his feelings erupt in a volcanic crescendo.
In a desperate attempt to express his emotions, he drives his truck through the glass façade of the café where the girl is seated. She instinctively follows him, but their act of rebellion forces them into hiding, precluding any possibility of a normal life. Their relationship teeters on the precipice of intimacy – she is willing, yet he is hesitant. Finally, when he succumbs to his desires, their encounter is far from tender, resulting in her departure.
As a wave of regret washes over him, Spiros, in a fit of despair, upends his beehives. The bees, once his solace, now turn against him, stinging him to his demise. The narrative weaves a poignant tale of loneliness, unrecognized love, and the tragic irony of a life lived in emotional restraint.
Where to watch The Beekeeper?
The Beekeeper is a drama movie featuring Marcello Mastroianni and directed by Theo Angelopoulos.
The Beekeeper is currently streaming on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel.