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Medea (1989)

"She sacrifices something she loves, to harm someone who perhaps she loves even more."

6.519891h 16mDA
DramaTV Movie

Directed by Lars von Trier

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 16m

Language

DA

Release

August 8, 1989

Director

Lars von Trier

Overview

Medea after having helped the man she loves, Jason, and given him to birth two children, is driven into fury and vengeful madness after he decides to abandon her to become successor to the throne by marring Glauce, the daughter of Creon, king of Corinth.

Cast

Udo Kier

Udo Kier

Jason

Kirsten Olesen

Kirsten Olesen

Medea

Henning Jensen

Henning Jensen

Kreon

Solbjørg Højfeldt

Solbjørg Højfeldt

Ammen

Preben Lerdorff Rye

Preben Lerdorff Rye

Paedragon

Baard Owe

Baard Owe

Aiceus

Ludmilla Glinska

Ludmilla Glinska

Glauce

Vera Gebuhr

Vera Gebuhr

Aeldre Terne

Jonny Kilde

Jonny Kilde

Store Dreng

Richard Kilde

Richard Kilde

Lille Dreng

Dick Kaysø

Dick Kaysø

Jasons Stemme

Mette Munk Plum

Mette Munk Plum

Glauces Stemme

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Medea (1989), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Medea after having helped the man she loves, Jason, and given him to birth two children, is driven into fury and vengeful madness after he decides to abandon her to become successor to the throne by marring Glauce, the daughter of Creon, king of Corinth.

🛑 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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