Medea
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.
1971 1h 58m
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.
Movie Details
| Original title | Medea |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 28, 1971 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | IT |
| Country | Germany, France, Italy |
| Keywords | greek mythology, revenge, based on play or musical, ritual, marriage crisis, greek tragedy, ancient greece, golden fleece, medea, infanticide |
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FAQ
What is Medea 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.
When was Medea released?
Medea was released on Oct 28, 1971 (status: Released).
Who directed Medea?
Pier Paolo Pasolini directed Medea.
What is the TMDB rating of Medea?
Medea has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 from 194 votes.