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Medea (1969)

"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."

6.619691h 58mIT
DramaFantasy

Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 58m

Language

IT

Release

December 28, 1969

Director

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Official Trailer

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Overview

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.

Cast

Maria Callas

Maria Callas

Medea

Massimo Girotti

Massimo Girotti

Creonte

Laurent Terzieff

Laurent Terzieff

Chirone

Giuseppe Gentile

Giuseppe Gentile

Giasone

Margareth Clémenti

Margareth Clémenti

Glauce

Paul Jabara

Paul Jabara

Pelias

Gerard Weiss

Gerard Weiss

Second Centaur

Sergio Tramonti

Sergio Tramonti

Apsirto, Medea's Brother

Luigi Barbini

Luigi Barbini

Argonaut

Gian Paolo Durgar

Gian Paolo Durgar

Luigi Masironi

Luigi Masironi

Jason at 5

Michelangelo Masironi

Michelangelo Masironi

Jason at 13

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Medea (1969), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Medea. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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