The Persians
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Directed by Jean Prat
The story
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
René Arrieu
René ArrieuDarius
Maria MerikoQueen Atossa
François ChaumetteChorus leader
Maurice GarrelMessengerExplore the crew
- Director
- Jean Prat
- Editor
- Marc Pavaux
- Director of Photography
- Jacques Lemare