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Women in classical Greek drama /

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The presentation of powerful women in Medea, Antigone, and Lysistrata is contrasted with the circumscribed role of women in Athenian society by 6 university professors. Film clips from notable productions support this in-depth discussion.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Films for the Humanities (Firm)
Other Authors: Scherer, Chris, Zeitlin, Froma I., Foley, Helene, Henderson, Jeffrey, 1946-, Mitchell-Boyask, Robin, 1961-, Gamel, Mary-Kay, Meineck, Peter, 1967-, Fagles, Robert
Format: Video DVD
Language:English
Published: Princeton, N.J. : Films for the Humanities and Sciences, [2004]
Subjects:
Greek drama > Women.
Greek drama (Tragedy) > History and criticism.
Women > Mythology > Drama.
Women and literature > Greece.
Greek drama > History and criticism.
Documentary films.
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Summary:The presentation of powerful women in Medea, Antigone, and Lysistrata is contrasted with the circumscribed role of women in Athenian society by 6 university professors. Film clips from notable productions support this in-depth discussion.
Item Description:Videorecording.
Physical Description:1 videodisc (37 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Format:DVD.
Production Credits:Camera, Lisa Jackson.