History
TV Movie
Overview:
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.
Credits
René Arrieu | Darius |
Claude Martin | Xerxes |
Maria Meriko | Queen Atossa |
François Chaumette | Chorus leader |
Maurice Garrel | Messenger |
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