She was called the “last Greek goddess” and “woman – flame.” Melina Mercouri was one of the most important Greek figures of the 20th century. A leading fighter for democracy in the struggle against the junta (1967-1974). An outstanding actress in theater and cinema with an international career. A politician and Minister who left a lasting mark on Greece’s culture with her presence.
A historic quote by Melina Mercouri remains etched in memory when she was informed about the removal of citizenship by the junta’s colonels: “I was born Greek, and I will die Greek, Mr. Pattakos was born a fascist and will die a fascist.”
Composer and songwriter Dimos Moutsis was born on August 2, 1938, in Piraeus and passed away on March 6, 2024. He began studying violin at the Athens Conservatory at the age of 7.
By the age of 20, he completed his musical studies, winning the first prize as a violin soloist. In the mid-’60s, he met Nikos Gatsos and Manos Hadjidakis. In 1967, Nikos Gatsos started giving him his lyrics, leading Moutsis to compose his first songs.
Produced and presented by Stelios Ioannidis