17 to 18(2001)

17 to 18 is a Greek drama following a teenager caught between childhood and adulthood who becomes entangled in a drug-dealing scheme. What begins as a dangerous venture spirals into a life-altering ordeal that tests his bonds with his closest friends. Director and actor Mimis Kougioumtzis crafts a raw portrait of youth on the edge, exploring how one reckless decision can reshape friendships and futures. The film marks both his directorial debut and final feature, a singular work that captures the fragility of the transition from adolescence to manhood and the consequences that ripple through those caught in its wake.