Cast
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Giorgos Panjas
as Achilleas Kourkoutos
Anna Fonsou
as Dafne Porter
Sotiris Moustakas
as Paminos
Maria Ioannidou
as Marina
Athinodoros Prousalis
as Notis Hatzidimas
Alekos Tzanetakos
as Andreas
Theano Ioannidou
as Betty
Spyros Konstadopoulos
as detective
Makis Demiris
as Zorbanaras #1
Hristoforos Zikas
as Zorbanaras #2
Babis Anthopoulos
as
Nikitas Platis
as Prokopis
Vana Lekarakou
as Elpiniki
Manos Destounis
as postman
Sotiris Tzevelekos
as Apostolis
Crew
Director
- Errikos Thalassinos
Writer
- Giorgos Lazaridis
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
King of Liars represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Errikos Thalassinos brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1971, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of King of Liars took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 130 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1971, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While King of Liars shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Pappa ante Portas, which focuses more on action than character development, King of Liars offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like My Mom's a Werewolf and Η Ζαβολιάρα explore similar territory, King of Liars stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 11, 1971
- Runtime: 1h 26m
