Eleni

Kate Nelligan plays the titular character, Eleni, a mother who faces great adversity and sacrifices for the sake of her family.

John Malkovich portrays Nicholas 'Nick' Gage, Eleni's son who embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his mother's fate.

Linda Hunt takes on the role of Katina, a character with a significant impact on Eleni and her family's life.

Oliver Cotton portrays Katis, a character intertwined in the events affecting Eleni and Nick's lives.

Ronald Pickup plays Spiro, a character who plays a role in the unfolding narrative surrounding Eleni's story.

Rosalie Crutchley appears as Grandmother, a character adding depth to the familial dynamics within the story.

Glenne Headly takes on the role of Joan, a character who intersects with Eleni and Nick during their journey.

Dimitra Arliss portrays Ana (Czechoslovakia), a character with connections to the wider world outside of Eleni's immediate circle.

Steve Plytas plays Christos, a character whose presence influences the unfolding events in Eleni's life.

Lisa Jakub appears as Katis' Granddaughter, a character who adds a generational perspective to the story.