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Zarnten 2012

19 min📅 2012-03-19

In this poignant short film, *Zarnten (2012)*, director Nikos Goulios crafts a tender yet bittersweet portrait of transition and legacy. The story follows an elderly florist whose son urges him to retire his trusty, now obsolete van on what could be his final day of work.

Director: Nikos Goulios

Cast

Christodoulos Satratzemis
Lefteris Tektonidis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zarnten (2012) about?

*Zarnten* follows an aging florist who arrives at what might be his final day of work, only to face pressure from his son to retire his beloved but outdated van. The film delicately examines the emotions tied to stepping back from a lifelong routine.

Who directed Zarnten?

Nikos Goulios directed *Zarnten*. His work in short films often blends quiet storytelling with emotional depth.

Who stars in Zarnten?

The cast features Christodoulos Satratzemis as the florist and Lefteris Tektonidis as his son.

Is Zarnten (2012) worth watching?

While *Zarnten* is a short film without an IMDb rating, its thoughtful approach to themes of retirement and change makes it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven narratives. Its brevity doesn't detract from its emotional impact.

How long is Zarnten?

The runtime of *Zarnten* is 19 minutes.

About Zarnten (2012) — A Short Film on Legacy, Change, and Letting Go

In this poignant short film, *Zarnten (2012)*, director Nikos Goulios crafts a tender yet bittersweet portrait of transition and legacy. The story follows an elderly florist whose son urges him to retire his trusty, now obsolete van on what could be his final day of work. As the van arrives at the heart of this quiet, reflective narrative, the film explores themes of change, nostalgia, and the reluctant embrace of the future. Shot in 19 minutes of focused storytelling, Goulios infuses the piece with a meditative atmosphere, where every frame feels like a snapshot of a life in motion.

Christodoulos Satratzemis brings gravitas to the florist's role, while Lefteris Tektonidis shines as the son navigating this emotional shift. Though steeped in simplicity, *Zarnten* resonates with universal questions about letting go and taking the next step—whether in work, family, or life itself.