The Golden Grip (2026)

0.0/10 0 min Documentary

Overview

In the mid-1960s, Kostas left his village in Crete dreaming of becoming a star. His rugged physique and humble background afforded him only small “tough-guy” roles, yet in numerous Greek films – from big studio productions and renowned auteur masterpieces to low-budget exploitation films alike. By placing a support actor at centerstage, the film traces five decades of Greek cinema.

Cast

Kostas Stefanakis

(archive footage)

Omiros Efstratiadis

Sotiris Goritsas

Christos Callow

Yannis Economides

Nicholas Triandafyllidis

(archive footage)

Lakis Komninos

(archive footage)

Thodoros Maragos

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