Digenis Akritas
Ο Διγενής Ακρίτας
Synopsis
Digenes Akritas (Latinised as Acritas; Greek: Διγενῆς Ἀκρίτας) is a medieval Greek romantic epic that emerged in the 12th-century Byzantine Empire. The epic details the life of the eponymous hero, Basil, whose epithet Digenes Akritas ("two-blood border lord") alludes to his mixed Greek and Arab descent. In this adaptation, colorful shadow puppets are deployed.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Evgenios Spatharis
- Original Title
- Ο Διγενής Ακρίτας
- Spoken Languages
- Greek
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Evgenios Spatharis
Department Leadership Roster
Evgenios Spatharis
Director
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What is Digenis Akritas about?
Digenes Akritas (Latinised as Acritas; Greek: Διγενῆς Ἀκρίτας) is a medieval Greek romantic epic that emerged in the 12th-century Byzantine Empire. The epic details the life of the eponymous hero, Basil, whose epithet Digenes Akritas ("two-blood border lord") alludes to his mixed Greek and Arab descent. In this adaptation, colorful shadow puppets are deployed.
Who directed Digenis Akritas?
Digenis Akritas was directed by Evgenios Spatharis.
Who stars in Digenis Akritas?
The principal cast of Digenis Akritas includes Not specified.
When was Digenis Akritas released and how long is it?
Digenis Akritas was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 1h 28m.