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Sandor Elès

1936 – 2002

British actor

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About Sandor Elès

Lived 1936 – 2002 (aged 66). Sandor Elès was a Hungarian actor, television actor and musician.

József Sándor Éles (15 June 1936 – 10 September 2002), sometimes credited simply as Sándor Éles, was a Hungarian actor. He started his career in theatre, but was best known latterly for TV and film work.

Early life Born in Tatabánya, 60 km from Budapest,

In 1996, Éles returned to his cultural roots, appearing as the narrator in the Bartók opera, Bluebeard's Castle. The concert performances, given by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under Bernard Haitink, were recorded for CD.

Death Éles died in Kilburn, London on 10 September 2002, aged 66, apparently from a heart attack.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes1961 The Rebel Artist 1961 The Naked Edge Manfridi St John 1962 Guns of Darkness Lt. Gomez 1964 French Dressing Vladek 1964 The Evil of Frankenstein Hans 1965 San Ferry Ann Shop Attendant 1967 The Magnificent Two Armandez 1970 The Kremlin Letter Lt. Grodin 1970 And Soon the Darkness Paul 1971 Countess Dracula Lt. Imre Toth 1971 Fun and Games Paul Floret 1973 Scorpio Malkin 1975 Love and Death Soldier 2 1977 The Assignment Clerk 1978 The Greek Tycoon Lawrence 1991 Sherlock Holmes and the Leading Lady Maitre D' 1996 Surviving Picasso Party Guest (final film role)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sandor Elès?

British actor

When was Sandor Elès born?

Sandor Elès was born on 15 June 1936 in Tatabánya, Budapest.

When did Sandor Elès die?

Sandor Elès died on 10 September 2002 in Kilburn.

What was Sandor Elès's occupation?

Sandor Elès was an actor, television actor and musician.

What nationality was Sandor Elès?

Sandor Elès was Hungarian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sandor Elès

· Wikidata: Q7416461

· DBpedia: Sandor Elès

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