
Orestis Makris
- Date of Birth: 1898-09-30
- Date of Death: 1975-01-30
- Place of Birth: Chalkis, Euboea, Greece
Biography
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... 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.

The Island of Silence
Drama, Documentary • 1958 August

Mrs. Midwife
Comedy • 1961 September

The Counterfeit Coin
Comedy, Romance, Drama • 1955 December

Snow White and the 7 Old Boys
Comedy • 1960 December

Grousouzis
Comedy • 1952 November

Maiden's Cheek
Comedy • 1959 November

The Auntie from Chicago
Comedy • 1957 December

Aristides and his Girls
Comedy • 1964 May

Horse and Carriage
Drama, Romance • 1957 February

Thieves out!
Comedy • 1961 January