I'll Make You Queen

I'll Make You Queen

1964 · 91 min · ★ 7.6 · Comedy

Antonis Tsilivikis, a stingy construction contractor, neglects his home and wife Eleni and forces her to lie to her rich uncle in America, Peter, in order to continue to send a monthly financial aid. But when the uncle notices that he comes to Greece, and in order not to reveal the truth, Antonis disguises himself as a retired named Beizanis, who supposedly rents a room at their home...

Directed by Alekos Sakellarios · Written by Alekos Sakellarios

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