The Persians (1961)
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.
Release Date: 1961-10-31
Runtime: 68 minutes
Director: Jean Prat
Top Cast
- René Arrieu as Darius
- Claude Martin as Xerxes
- Maria Meriko as Queen Atossa
- François Chaumette as Chorus leader
- Maurice Garrel as Messenger
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