Despina Tomazani

Despina Tomazani Greek Δέσποινα Τομαζάνη 19452026 was a Greek actress author poet and screenwriter with a distinctive and multifaceted career in the arts She was born on Chios on June 1 1945 with roots in Ayvalik Asia Minor and Kotyora Pontus She studied theater in Athens and subsequently film and theater at Stockholm University She began her career in Sweden making her debut in 1971 in the television film Amala Kamala Her first cinematic appearance followed in the film Jag heter Stelios 1972 The role that defined her career and brought her widespread recognition among the Greek public was that of Sofia in Nikos Nikolaidiss iconic film Sweet Gang 1983 Alongside acting she was deeply involved in writing literature and poetry with several of her works translated for international audiences She also wrote the screenplay for the film Free Diving 1995 directed by Giorgos Panousopoulos