The Ogre of Athens1956
“The most biting, the most daring social satire”
Directed by Nikos Koundouros
🏆 1 nomination
The premise
On New Year’s Eve, a timid bank clerk is mistaken for a notorious criminal mastermind who rules the streets of Athens. Embracing his mistaken identity comes with a price though, as his unwitting white lie begins to unravel.
Horror Vault's take
When a meek Athenian bank clerk finds himself confused for a feared criminal kingpin on New Year's Eve, he can't resist playing along — a decision that quickly spirals beyond his control. Set against a lively cabaret backdrop, this Greek noir-tinged comedy walks a razor's edge between farce and genuine menace. The further our hapless hero leans into the lie, the more dangerous his borrowed reputation becomes.
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