This guide covers the 1959/1960 Greek noir classic ( Έγκλημα στο Κολωνάκι ), often cited as the first "Greek noir" or detective film. Film Overview Release Year: 1959 (Theatrical release in early 1960). Director/Writer: Tzanis Aliferis.
Based on the 1953 novel of the same name by Yannis Maris , the "father" of Greek crime fiction. This guide covers the 1959/1960 Greek noir classic
The investigation uncovers deep secrets involving betrayal during the German Occupation and leads to a blossoming romance between Dimitris and Myrto (Gely Mavropoulou), the daughter of a man Karnezis once betrayed. Main Cast Michalis Nikolinakos as Nasos Karnezis (The Victim) Andreas Barkoulis as Dimitris Floras (The Investigator) Gely Mavropoulou as Myrto Kapsi Maro Kontou as Jeanette Flora (The "Femme Fatale") Giannis Bertos as Detective Bekas Technical Note (HDTV/128...) Based on the 1953 novel of the same
The police arrest the stockbroker Kostas Floras (Christos Tsaganeas), whose wife was having an affair with the victim. The "HDTV" and "128" in your query likely
The "HDTV" and "128" in your query likely refer to a specific high-definition digital broadcast or a file release (possibly 1280x720 resolution or a specific release group tag). While the film was originally shot in black-and-white, modern restorations have allowed for high-quality digital versions to be broadcast on Greek television and streaming platforms.
This film marks the first screen appearance of the famous Detective Bekas (played by Giannis Bertos), a character inspired by Simenon’s Maigret. Plot Summary