The Persians
The Persians

Information

Release DateOctober 31, 1961
Runtime1h 8m
StatusReleased
LanguagesFrench
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The Persians

Synopsis

Les Perses (The Persians) is a French TV movie adaptation of Aeschylus' oldest known tragedy, Πέρσαι (Persai). It was originally broadcasted in October 31, 1961. The play deals with the aftermath of the Persian defeat in the battle of Salamis (480 BC), which makes it the only Greek tragedy that deals with a real historical event.

Cast & Crew

Director

Jean Prat
Jean Prat

Featured Cast

René Arrieu

Darius

Claude Martin

Xerxes

Maria Meriko

Maria Meriko

Queen Atossa

François Chaumette

François Chaumette

Chorus leader

Maurice Garrel

Maurice Garrel

Messenger

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