In honour of one of the greatest faces of Greek cinema, we are looking back at some of our favourite films starring Greek actress, Aliki Vougiouklaki.
The actress is best known for her leading lady roles and her incredible range from comedy to dramatic parts.
These classics will keep you and the whole family entertained. You can’t go wrong with any Aliki movie!
The Shepherd’s Daughter:
Aliki Vougiouklaki’s second film is based on the eponymous dramatic romance written by Dimitrios Koromilas in 1891. Directed by Dimis Dadira and co-starring Thanos Kotsopoulos, Eleni Chatziargyri, Christos Efthimiou and Costas Chatzichristos.
To Pontikaki:
Again directed by Dimis Dadira, Vougiouklaki plays an orphaned girl among the troupe of “To Pontikaki.” Stars Kouli Stoliga, Nikos Rizos, Elias Stamatiou and Thanassis Vengos.
Haroumenoi Alites:
The first film in which Vougiouklaki played, together with Rika Dialyna, who also made her debut here, but also the first Greek police film.
I Zavoliara:
As Lenio, the daughter of a captain, Vougiouklaki is among two fishermen who are erotically claiming her.
Nelly, The Spy:
Another film in Vougiouklaki’s career was a spy melodrama set in Greece during the Occupation and the Resistance. One of the most cult of her filmography.
