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Medea

PG19691h 58mPier Paolo Pasolini

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"It's a movie about a woman who beheads her brother, stabs her children, and sends her lover's wife up in flames. For Maria Callas, it's a natural."

Based on the plot of Euripides' Medea. Medea centers on the barbarian protagonist as she finds her position in the Greek world threatened, and the revenge she takes against her husband Jason who has betrayed her for another woman.

DramaFantasy
Marriage CrisisRitualBased On Play Or MusicalGreek MythologyMedeaRevengeAncient GreeceGolden FleeceInfanticideGreek Tragedy

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Frequently asked questions

What is Medea (1969) about?

Based on the plot of Euripides' Medea. Medea centers on the barbarian protagonist as she finds her position in the Greek world threatened, and the revenge she takes against her husband Jason who has betrayed her for another woman.

Who stars in Medea?

Medea stars Maria Callas (Medea), Massimo Girotti (Creonte), Laurent Terzieff (Chirone), Giuseppe Gentile (Giasone), Margareth Clémenti (Glauce). The film was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

How long is Medea?

Medea has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1969. It is rated PG.

Where can I watch Medea?

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