The Persians

The Persians 1961 Directed by Jean Prat Les Perses

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.

Country France

Language French

Spoken Language French

Gneres History , TV Movie

Release Date 31 October 1961

68 mins

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