The Persians

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

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René Arrieu

Darius

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Claude Martin

Xerxes

Maria Meriko

Queen Atossa

François Chaumette

Chorus leader

Maurice Garrel

Messenger