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.

Cast

René Arrieu, Claude Martin, Maria Meriko, François Chaumette, Maurice Garrel

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What is "The Persians" about?

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.

When was "The Persians" released?

The Persians was released in 1961.

Who stars in "The Persians"?

The cast includes René Arrieu, Claude Martin, Maria Meriko, François Chaumette.

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