The tale is legendary, heart warming and set in a stunning location. Based on true events, the story of Captain Corelli has captures the hearts of millions everywhere. Like every iconic love story ever made, the setting is simple yet dramatic. During World War 2, the local Doctors daughter of the small Greek Island of Kefalonia, waves goodbye to her fisherman fiance as he heads out to join the war effort.
Meanwhile Captain Corelli and his troops from Italy settle into the island with tragic consequences. When their paths cross, the tale unfolds as they fall passionately in love despite the circumstances and overcome the huge obstacles they meet.
At least they do in the film. The book however takes a slightly different approach and is less "chicken soup for the soul" and more of a hard hitting war story.
Despite this there is no denying that the location for this truly memorable story could not have been better. Kefalonia looks every inch the dramatic location needed for such a turbulent story. Ragged cliffs guard the white sands and the pearly blue sea. The island has become synonymous romance and love and since the Hollywood film hit the screens, tourism here has boomed.
Meanwhile Captain Corelli and his troops from Italy settle into the island with tragic consequences. When their paths cross, the tale unfolds as they fall passionately in love despite the circumstances and overcome the huge obstacles they meet.
At least they do in the film. The book however takes a slightly different approach and is less "chicken soup for the soul" and more of a hard hitting war story.
Despite this there is no denying that the location for this truly memorable story could not have been better. Kefalonia looks every inch the dramatic location needed for such a turbulent story. Ragged cliffs guard the white sands and the pearly blue sea. The island has become synonymous romance and love and since the Hollywood film hit the screens, tourism here has boomed.