Overview

The story of the “Oresteia” begins with King Agamemnon's return to Argos after the fall of Troy. The chorus, composed of old Argives, recalls the sacrifice offered to the gods by Agamemnon, in Aulis, of his daughter Iphigenia to gain their favor.

Cast

Mariangela Melato, Marzio Margine, Marisa Fabbri, Piero Di Jorio, Massimo Foschi, Sergio Nicolai, Glauco Mauri, Claudia Giannotti

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What is "Orestea" about?

The story of the “Oresteia” begins with King Agamemnon's return to Argos after the fall of Troy. The chorus, composed of old Argives, recalls the sacrifice offered to the gods by Agamemnon, in Aulis, of his daughter Iphigenia to gain their favor.

When was "Orestea" released?

Orestea was released in 1972.

Who stars in "Orestea"?

The cast includes Mariangela Melato, Marzio Margine, Marisa Fabbri, Piero Di Jorio.