"Never on Sunday" is a 1960 film directed by Jules Dassin, featuring Melina Mercouri as a free-spirited Greek woman named Ilya. The story revolves around her carefree lifestyle as a prostitute in Piraeus, Greece, and her interactions with an American tourist, played by Dassin himself. The film explores themes of love, freedom, and cultural differences. The movie is notable for its catchy title song, composed by Manos Hadjidakis, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. "Never on Sunday" received critical acclaim and became a significant part of popular culture, highlighting the charm and vibrancy of Greek life.