Greek movie stars died in 1988
Here are 2 famous actors from Greece died in 1988:
Giannis Kandilas
Giannis Kandilas was a Greek actor and screenwriter.
Born on January 18, 1924, in Athens, Greece, Giannis Kandilas started his career in acting during the 1940s, performing in small roles in various theatrical productions. He rose to fame in the 1950s and starred in numerous films, including "The Ogre of Athens" (1956), "Stella" (1955), and "Madalena" (1955), among others.
Apart from acting, Kandilas also succeeded as a screenwriter, penning scripts for several films, such as "The Counterfeit Coin" (1955) and "The Captain's Daughter" (1958). He was known for his impressive performances as a character actor and appeared in supporting roles in some of the most memorable Greek films of the time.
Kandilas died on February 22, 1992, at the age of 68, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented character actors in Greek cinema.
Stavros Tornes
Stavros Tornes (November 17, 2014 Athens-July 26, 1988 Athens) was a Greek film director, film producer, film editor, screenwriter and actor.
Considered one of the most important and influential figures in Greek cinema, Tornes began his career as a stage actor before moving on to film. He was known for his socially conscious films that dealt with issues such as poverty, discrimination, and political oppression. Tornes also worked as a producer and editor on many of his films, and collaborated with some of the most talented actors and technicians of his time. Throughout his career, he won numerous awards and accolades, including the Best Director award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival for his film "Sons of the Night" in 1957. Today, his legacy lives on through his groundbreaking films, which continue to inspire and influence filmmakers around the world.