Oedipus Rex: Age of Sophocles

Duration: 31

Year Published: 1959

Creator: Coun for a TV Course in the Humanit

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Reviews the relation of this play to the humanities' concern for man's fundamental nature, the contribution of Greek civilization to Western culture, and the character of the classic Greek theater. Emphasizes the changes occuring in Greek thought during the Age of Sophocles, especially in relationship to science and religion. Concludes by recounting the story of Oedipus previous to the events in the play.

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