Orestis Makris

September 30, 1898 — Chalkis, Euboea, Greece

Orestis Makris (Greek: Ορέστης Μακρής; 30 September 1898 – 29 January 1975) was a Greek actor and tenor.

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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The Counterfeit Coin

1955

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The Auntie from Chicago

1957

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Maiden's Cheek

1959

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Mrs. Midwife

1961

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Snow White and the 7 Old Boys

1960

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The Drunkard

1950

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Grousouzis

1952

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Thieves out!

1961