VOICED : Greeces last film poster painter soldiers on

Vassilis Dimitrio, an 80-year-old artist, has been painting cinema posters for over 65 years. He has a unique approach, focusing on subjects he loves, like Clint Eastwood. During the 60s, he painted up to 10 posters a week, but now only one cinema in Athens continues this tradition. Vassilis values the intimacy of painting over modern plastic billboards. Despite the decline in demand due to multiplexes and large printers, he remains passionate about cinema and fears the art will vanish when he stops.

What is the primary focus of Vassilis Dimitrio's artistic work?

• Creating digital art

• Painting cinema posters

• Designing fashion clothing

• Sculpting famous landmarks

Which actor has Vassilis Dimitrio painted numerous times, showcasing his admiration?

• Robert De Niro

• Ethan Hawke

• Mia Jovovic

• Clint Eastwood

During which decade did Vassilis Dimitrio paint up to 10 posters a week?

• 1970s

• 1960s

• 1950s

• 1980s

What does Vassilis Dimitrio believe about the use of laminated billboards?

• They are more traditional

• They are more cost-effective

• They are a temporary and disposable trend

• They enhance the artistic value

What is Vassilis Dimitrio's concern about the future of poster painting?

• It will become more popular

• It will be replaced by digital art

• It will be forgotten with his retirement

• It will evolve into a new form