Vasilis Avlonitis
Biography
Vasilis Avlonitis, born January 1, 1904, in Athens, Greece, and who died on March 10, 1970, at the age of sixty-six, was a well-known old-school Greek comedian and actor. Active in the mid to late twentieth century, he performed in numerous stage productions and films, accumulating seventy-eight known acting credits. Avlonitis is best remembered for his film collaborations with Georgia Vasiliadou, where he typically portrayed her brother, husband, or neighbour. In these comedic roles, he played the fat character opposite her as an ugly funny lady experiencing various conflicts, with their stories concluding peacefully through resolved arguments or marriage. Alongside his comedic work, Avlonitis also took on demanding dramatic roles, including the leading character in the film Tis nyhtas ta kamomat.
Career overview
Vasilis Avlonitis was a Greek comedian who performed in numerous films and stage productions in the mid to late 20th century. He collaborated with Georgia Vasiliadou on several films, often playing her husband, brother, or neighbor. Avlonitis' comedic roles typically portrayed him as the fat guy, while Vasiliadou played the ugly funny lady who had problems with him. Their on-screen relationships often resolved with the couple calming down and/or getting married.
Avlonitis also took on more demanding drama roles, including the leading character in the film Tis nyhtas ta kamomat. His acting credits span a significant number of productions, with 78 known credits to his name. Avlonitis' career as a comedian and actor was marked by his versatility and ability to take on a range of roles.
Avlonitis was born in Athens, Greece, on March 1, 1904, and passed away on March 10, 1970, at the age of 66. His contributions to Greek cinema and stage productions have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
78 titles- Performance for a role (1978) as (archive footage)
- Η Αριστοκράτισσα Και Ο Αλήτης (1970) as Stratos
- Η αρχόντισσα του λιμανιού (1969)
- Let the Cobbler Stick to His Last (1969) as Vlassis
- Yannis is afraid of the Beast... (1969) as Thodoris
- The suckers, My Suitcase and Me (1969)
- So Many Dreams on the Streets (1968)
- The Father-in-Law (1968) as Theofrastos Karatourlekis
- Get Up, Dance Sirtaki (1967) as Prokopis
- The Wedding Dance (1966) as Isaias Kontomakris
- Fifis the Unbeatable (1966) as Panagos
- Πονηρός πράκτωρ Καραγκιόζης (1966) as Barba-Giorgos
- My Sister Deserves a Beating (1966) as real estate agent
- Meletis of the Flying Squad (1966) as Klearchos
- Bouzouki Strumming (1966) as Vangelis
- Ο Μπαμπάς Μου Ο Τεντυμπόυς (1966) as Dodos Varlentis
- Δύσκολοι δρόμοι (1965)
- And All 14 Were Wonderful! (1965) as Andreas
- A Very Clever Guy (1965) as Potis
- The Nets of Shame (1965)
- The Harefoot (1964) as Andreas
- The Woman Driver (1964) as Gylos
- Another One for the Million (1964) as Μπάμπης
- Fortune Hunters (1964)
- Giannis Messed Up (1964) as Kostas
- Paras and Foukaras (1964) as Mr. Panagakos
- Μια 'βδομάδα στον παράδεισο (1964)
- Three Girls from America (1964) as Harilaos Stouros
- They ere all... Fools! (1964) as Giagkos Sousamis
- My Bitter Love (1964)
- Lazy like a dog (1963) as Alexandros Pelekanos
- The Fake Theodore (1963) as Thodoros
- Thymios in the Land of Striptease (1963)
- My Nephew Manolis (1963) as Aristeidis Papakatsikas
- Young and old in action... (1963) as Faidon Karadoulbanis
- A Patented Stupid Man (1963) as Mayor
- Tuesday the 13th (1963) as gambler
- I Loved and I Suffered (1963) as Ermis
- Λενιώ η βοσκοπούλα (1963)
- The End of the Two-Cent Coin (1962) as Agisilaos
- Michalios of the 14th Regiment (1962) as Colonel Dimos Karadimos
- Sidewalk (1962)
- Sucker Groom (1962) as Diamantis Sarantopoulos
- The Bridegrooms of Eftyhia (1962) as Vagelis Tarnianis
- Έξυπνοι και Κορόιδα (1962)
- When the Cat is Missing! (1962) as Loukas
- Groom for Crying (1962) as Vasilis
- The Watermelon (1962) as Thomas
- The Greek woman and love (1962) as Vasilis
- Klearhos, Marina and the short one (1961) as Klearhos Zougalas
- The Clever Bird (1961) as Mihos
- Το αγρίμι (1960)
- Snow White and the 7 Old Boys (1960) as Efstathios
- Madame Mayor (1960) as Anargyros Prokopis
- Goodmorning Athens (1960) as Menelaos Stasinopoulos
- Αγαπούλα μου (1960)
- Sarakatsanissa (1959)
- The Treasure of the Beatitude (1959) as Neokosmos
- The Money (1958) as Theodosis Mentikas
- Four Brides and a Groom (1958) as Prokopis
- We Have Only One Life (1958) as Guard
- The Cicada and the Ant (1958) as Loulis
- Away from the World (1958)
- The Bus Conductor (1958)
- Horse and Carriage (1957) as Thodoros
- Laterna, Poverty and Carnation (1957) as Παυλάρας
- At Night the Entanglements (1957) as policeman
- Uncle Giannis, the Potter (1957) as Barba-Giannis
- A Father by Accident (1957) as Kosmas
- The Girl Has Got an Uncle (1957) as Jimmy
- The Coffee Reader (1956) as Nikitas
- Party, Money and Love (1955) as Lavrentis
- The Hurdy-Gurdy (1955) as Pavlaras
- The Beauty of Athens (1954) as Zahos Markas
- The Happy Beginning (1954) as Andronikos Sofras
- Double Sacrifice (1945) as Soldier
- Μαρία Πενταγιώτισσα (1929) as Botsaris
- Το λιμάνι των δακρύων (1929)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Vasilis Avlonitis best known for?
Vasilis Avlonitis is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Meletis of the Flying Squad (1966), Another One for the Million (1964), Lazy like a dog (1963), Klearhos, Marina and the short one (1961).
When and where was Vasilis Avlonitis born?
Vasilis Avlonitis was born on March 1, 1904 in Athens, Greece. They passed away on March 10, 1970.
How many credits does Vasilis Avlonitis have?
Vasilis Avlonitis has accumulated over 78 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1929 to 1978.
What is Vasilis Avlonitis's background in cinema and television?
Vasilis Avlonitis, born January 1, 1904, in Athens, Greece, and who died on March 10, 1970, at the age of sixty-six, was a well-known old-school Greek comedian and actor. Active in the mid to late twentieth century, he performed in numerous stage productions and films, accumulating seventy-eight known acting credits. A...
Vasilis Avlonitis by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Four Brides and a Groom (1958) as Prokopis — aged about 54
- Klearhos, Marina and the short one (1961) as Klearhos Zougalas — aged about 57
- Another One for the Million (1964) as Μπάμπης — aged about 60
- The Money (1958) as Theodosis Mentikas — aged about 54
- Lazy like a dog (1963) as Alexandros Pelekanos — aged about 59
- Meletis of the Flying Squad (1966) as Klearchos — aged about 62
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