National Theatre Live: Phèdre

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The result is carnage.

Released June 25, 2009

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Overview

A new English adaptation of the classic French tragedy Phèdre by Jean Racine (1639-1699). It retells the ancient Greek tale of the wife of the Atenian King Theseus, who conceived a forbidden love for his son (by an earlier wife) Hyppolytus. All ends badly for all.

Runtime

2h 5m


Origin Country

United Kingdom


Original Language

English


Original Title

National Theatre Live: Phèdre


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    National Theatre

    United Kingdom

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