Head On (1998): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Head On is a 1998 drama directed by Ana Kokkinos, starring Alex Dimitriades as Ari, Andrea Mandalis and Tony Nikolakopoulos. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $708,398 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Director
- Ana Kokkinos
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Head On Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Head On About?
The premise of Head On without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Nineteen‑year‑old Ari wrestles with his sexuality while navigating the expectations of his traditional Greek family. He resents his once‑adored parents—former radical activists now trapped in insular tradition—and pursues gay encounters, even making a half‑hearted attempt to satisfy a friend’s sister. His parents remain unaware of his secret life.
Head On Themes & Keywords
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- horniness
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- reference to persephone the greek minor deity
Head On Cast & Characters
Alex Dimitriades leads the cast as Ari, with Andrea Mandalis as Alex and Tony Nikolakopoulos as Dimitri. Directed by Ana Kokkinos; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ana Kokkinos
- Alex Dimitriades as Ari
- Andrea Mandalis as Alex
- Tony Nikolakopoulos as Dimitri
- Eugenia Fragos as Sophia
Also Starring in Head On
· 16 more- Damien Fotiou Joe
- Dora Kaskanis Dina
- Paul Capsis Johnny
- Elena Mandalis Betty
- Alex Papps Peter
- Julian Garner Sean
- María Mercedes Tasia
- Maya Stange Janet
- Ana Gonzalez Woman Sleeping
- Vassili Zappa Vassili
- Chris Kaglaros Groom
- Ourania Sideropoulos Bride
- Anthony Lyritzis Boy in Car
- Aimee Robertson Nose Ring Girl
- Nathan Farinella Young Ari
- Paul Farinella Young Peter
More from Ana Kokkinos
More films directed by Ana Kokkinos: Here Out West, The Book of Revelation and Only the Brave.
Head On Plot Summary
What happens in Head On from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ari Alex Dimitriades, a dissolute 19-year-old second-generation Greek Australian, lives with his working-class parents and sister in Melbourne. He is unemployed and carries a growingly volatile relationship with his Marxist father Dimitri Tony Nikolakopoulos, who lectures him on responsibility. His mother Sophia Eugenia Fragos shares a tender, protective bond with her son, yet she remains deeply worried about his drift. Unbeknownst to his parents, Ari covertly experiments with illicit drugs and casual sexual encounters with men. His sister Alex Andrea Mandalis likewise hides her own relationship with a Lebanese Australian from their parents, adding to the family’s unspoken tensions.
Full summary
The whole story of Head On, scene by scene
Head On Box Office
Head On grossed $708,398 worldwide. $379,384 came from the US and Canada and $328,950 (46%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$708.4K
- US & Canada
- $379.4K
- International
- $329K
Head On Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 3 trailers.
- Trailer Head On - Trailer
- Trailer HEAD ON WEB TRAILER
How Well Do You Know Head On?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the 19‑year‑old Greek Australian protagonist?
Cars in Head On
3 cars on screen, including the 1971 Ford Fairlane and the 1994 Ford Falcon.
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1971 Ford Fairlane Minor role -
1994 Ford Falcon Minor role -
1973 Holden Torana LJ Minor role
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Head Burst, Three Headed Beast and No Skin Off My Ass.
Head On FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Head On, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Head On?
Head On runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was Head On released?
Head On was released on May 16, 1998.
Who directed Head On?
Head On was directed by Ana Kokkinos.
More films by Ana Kokkinos Who is in the cast of Head On?
Head On stars Alex Dimitriades as Ari, Andrea Mandalis as Alex and Tony Nikolakopoulos as Dimitri, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Head On make at the box office?
Head On grossed $708,398 worldwide ($379,384 domestic, $328,950 international).
Does Head On have a post-credit scene?
No. Head On has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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