Freezer 2017
In *Freezer (2017)*, director Dimitris Nakos crafts a raw, intimate portrait of midlife crisis and professional limbo. The 17-minute short follows Tassos, a 50-something marketing executive whose once-promising career has stalled in an era of youth-driven corporate churn.
Director: Dimitris Nakos
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freezer (2017) about?
*Freezer* explores the struggles of Tassos, a former marketing director facing three years of unemployment. At 50, he's caught between irrelevance and resilience, his personal and professional ties straining under the pressure of financial instability. The film captures his desperate search for an exit from the 'freezer' of stagnation.
Who directed Freezer?
Dimitris Nakos directed *Freezer*, bringing a sharp, minimalist style to this intimate character study.
Who stars in Freezer?
Akilas Karazisis leads the cast as Tassos, with Maria Skoula, Xenia Kalogeropoulou, and Prometheus Aleifer filling key roles.
Is Freezer (2017) worth watching?
Though unrated, *Freezer* shines for its emotional authenticity and tight pacing. Nakos's direction and Karazisis's performance make it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven dramas, even at just 17 minutes.
How long is Freezer?
The runtime of *Freezer* is 17 minutes.
About Freezer (2017) — A Midlife Crisis in 17 Minutes of Raw Emotional Honesty
In *Freezer (2017)*, director Dimitris Nakos crafts a raw, intimate portrait of midlife crisis and professional limbo. The 17-minute short follows Tassos, a 50-something marketing executive whose once-promising career has stalled in an era of youth-driven corporate churn. With no job prospects and relationships fraying at the edges, he finds himself trapped in a psychological 'freezer'—a metaphor for the stasis of aging in a fast-paced world. Nakos weaves themes of isolation and resilience with quiet intensity, using claustrophobic framing and muted tones to mirror Tassos's emotional detachment. The film's tight runtime amplifies its punch, making it a poignant meditation on ambition and obsolescence.
Starring Akilas Karazisis in a career-defining role, *Freezer* balances melancholy with fleeting moments of defiance. The supporting cast, including Maria Skoula and Xenia Kalogeropoulou, grounds the story in relatable human friction. As Tassos grapples with identity and purpose, the film asks whether reinvention is still possible—or if some doors are permanently sealed shut.