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"I Am Jo" follows a 37-year-old Greek woman who keeps ending up with toxic men, yet refuses to see her own part in this pattern. Instead, she blames a so-called patriarchal system, acting as if modern Greece remains stuck in old-fashioned ways. While some Greek women might point fingers at men for their troubles, the film pushes this idea too far, ignoring how much society has changed.

Throughout the story, Jo makes the same mistakes over and over. Rather than showing her grow or learn from her choices, the plot focuses on her complaints about men. This choice robs viewers of a deeper message about self-awareness and personal growth. It also turns an interesting topic-why people repeat harmful patterns-into a flat storyline about blaming others.

Most of the supporting cast offers stiff performances, making it hard to connect with anyone besides Jo. Unfortunately, even Jo becomes tiring because of her constant refusal to own her mistakes. "I Am Jo" could have been a thoughtful look at relationships and personal responsibility, but instead it clings to an exaggerated idea of patriarchy that does not truly reflect modern life in Greece.