World Gone Mad

Set in the colorful streets of interwar Greece, World Gone Mad is a hilarious comedy that revolves around the tumultuous relationship between a clever clerk named Zikos and his eccentric employer at a small grocer's shop. Zikos, with his sharp wit and insatiable tongue, finds himself constantly at odds with his boss, who has a tendency to behave like a member of the aristocracy despite being a humble shopkeeper. The comedic mayhem begins with Zikos's biting comments and sarcastic remarks about his boss's pretentious behavior. Zikos's sharp tongue often leaves his boss fuming, and their arguments become a regular occurrence in the shop. The owner, exasperated by Zikos's constant meddling, tries to keep him in line, but Zikos's clever wit always seems to find a way to land him in trouble. However, things take a darker turn when Zikos discovers that his boss is planning to marry a young poor girl named Dimitra, who lives in the same neighborhood. It becomes apparent that the boss has ulterior motives for wanting to marry Dimitra – he intends to use her as a pawn in his social climbing ambitions. With the help of the local match-maker, the boss hopes to elevate his social status by marrying a young woman from a lower class. Zikos, horrified by the prospect of Dimitra being mistreated by his boss, decides to take action. Using his quick thinking and sharp wit, he concocts a plan to thwart the boss's plans and rescue Dimitra from a potentially disastrous marriage. In the process, Zikos becomes smitten with Dimitra and finds himself torn between his loyalty to his employer and his growing feelings for the young woman. As the story unfolds, the comedic misadventures of Zikos and his boss become more and more farcical. The owner's attempts to marry Dimitra are foiled at every turn by Zikos's cunning and resourcefulness. Meanwhile, the match-maker becomes increasingly desperate to see the union go through, driving the plot to a series of absurd and hilarious confrontations. Throughout the film, the beautiful Greek landscape provides a vivid backdrop to the antics of Zikos and his boss. The colorful markets, picturesque streets, and lively tavernas of interwar Greece come alive in the film, immersing the viewer in the vibrant atmosphere of the time. Ultimately, World Gone Mad is a classic comedy that celebrates the wit and cunning of the working-class man. Through the misadventures of Zikos, the film shows how one clever clerk can outsmart even the most aristocratic of bosses and win the heart of the woman he loves. With its sharp humor, colorful setting, and charming performances, World Gone Mad remains a beloved classic of Greek cinema.