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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."

December 28, 1969 1h 58m 6.6/10 (186 votes)

Originally released in 1969. Medea is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

Starring Maria Callas, Massimo Girotti, and Laurent Terzieff

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 28, 1969 56 years ago
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Runtime 1h 58m 118 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (186 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country France + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Les Films Number One
  • Janus Film und Fernsehen
  • San Marco

Frequently Asked Questions

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 ha...

Who directed Medea?

Medea was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

How long is Medea?

Medea has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).

When was Medea released?

Medea was released on December 28, 1969 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Medea?

The main cast of Medea includes Maria Callas, Massimo Girotti, Laurent Terzieff, Giuseppe Gentile, Margareth Clémenti.

Is Medea worth watching?

Medea has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 186 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.