
Orestis Makris
Born September 30, 1898 in Chalkis, Euboea, Greece · Died January 30, 1975 (aged 76)
Orestis Makris (Greek: Ορέστης Μακρής; 30 September 1898 – 29 January 1975) was a Greek actor and tenor.
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Makris graduated from the Athens Conservatoire and first entered the scene as a tenor in the troupe of Rosalia Nika in 1925. He later joined the Papaioannou troupe, before moving to more comedic roles. Makris excelled in the portrayal of folk characters, especially the stock role of the "drunkard". Makris also participated in about forty movies, mostly as an over-strict father. He is considered one of the most significant modern Greek actors.
He was decorated with the Order of the Phoenix. He died on 29 January 1975 in Athens and is buried at the First Cemetery in a family grave.
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Acted in 12
LearningBeggar of Love1964
LearningΌλα και τη ζωή μου ακόμα1963
LearningOur Good Angel1961
LearningMrs. Midwife1961
LearningThe Papadopoulou Family1960
LearningMaiden's Cheek1959
LearningHorse and Carriage1957
LearningThe Abduction of Persephone1956
The Counterfeit Coin1955
LearningTo Fintanaki1955
LearningThe Girl of the Neighbourhood1954
LearningThe Drunkard1950