Manos Armoutakis
Acting
Biography
Manolis is a filmmaker born in Athens and for the past 10 years living in Heraklion, Crete. His biggest strength is capturing extreme sports videos mostly focusing on downhill, ski and climbing. He has worked for numerous years as a director of photography as well as a camera operator on various commercial, documentary and movie projects. He has also filmed all kinds of events ranging from triathlon races to summer cruises. His extended knowledge of post production and visual effects make him an even greater asset on set. When not working, Manolis enjoys extreme sports like rock climbing, ice climbing, mountain ski, mountain running, freeride mountain bike as well as sea sports like S.U.P. and open sea swimming.
Known For
In 2023, Theodoros Ziakas and a group of friends created the “Dragon Trail,” a unique route through the mountains and rivers of Epirus—one of Europe’s last unspoiled landscapes. But in this region, the ecosystem and its vital lifelines face imminent risk of destruction. The film follows Akis Ziakas, a long-distance athlete who lives and trains in this enchanting setting. Drawing on his ultramarathon experience, Akis sets out to establish a new mountaineering trail connecting the three famous dragon lakes. The route pushes him to his physical and psychological limits, as he battles his inner demons while striving to complete the journey—one that unfolds amid breathtaking natural beauty, forging a profound connection between man and nature.
Chasing Dragons
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