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Electra (1962)

Movie
Audience Score
71
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NR 1 hr 50 minDec 17th, 1962Action, History, DramaGreek Tragedy Trilogy PosterPart of Greek Tragedy Trilogy
Living in exile after the death of their father, the grown children of a murdered and usurped king converge to exact eye-for-an-eye revenge.
StarringIrene PapasNotis PeryalisTakis Emmanuel
DirectorMihalis Kakogiannis
WriterMihalis Kakogiannis

Movie Details

Original Language:Greek (Modern)
Production Companies:Finos Film
Movie Tags:
based on play or musicalgreecerevenge killinggreek tragedytrojan warolder sister younger brothermurdered husbandregicideagamemnonqueen murders king

Greek Tragedy Trilogy

These films explore the aftermath of the Trojan War, focusing on the personal tragedies experienced by royalty. The first two films tackle societal expectations, war's implications, and political corruption, highlighting battle horrors and the survivors' plight. The final film, Agamemnon, depicts the Greek army's return and Agamemnon's tragic murder by his brother, concluding the epic tale. The trilogy weaves these events to showcase war's lasting impact and the pain of political gamesmanship. It portrays raw emotions, betrayal, and the spirit of the oppressed, offering a multifaceted exploration of humanity at its most vulnerable and triumphant.