Tragoedia
Synopsis
This film was conceived about 10 years ago when I heard Norman O. Brown define "Tragedy" as "goat-song" (or as Webster has it: "Greek tragoidia fr. tragos goat + aiedein to sing; prob. fr. the satyrs represented by the original chorus"). I disagree with the last part of the Webster explanation and tend to think that the quality of sound of goats crying did prompt the Greeks to choose this term for their drama. In any case, the film TRAGOEDIA is also ironic (thus, perhaps the Latin of its title) as often is goat "lamentation"; and finally I should quote this from O.E.D.: "As to the reason of the name many theories have been offered, some even disputing the connexion with 'goat.'"
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- Tragoedia
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Brakhage
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Brakhage
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Tragoedia.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tragoedia
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tragoedia about?
This film was conceived about 10 years ago when I heard Norman O. Brown define "Tragedy" as "goat-song" (or as Webster has it: "Greek tragoidia fr. tragos goat + aiedein to sing; prob. fr. the satyrs represented by the original chorus"). I disagree with the last part of the Webster explanation and tend to think that the quality of sound of goats crying did prompt the Greeks to choose this term for their drama. In any case, the film TRAGOEDIA is also ironic (thus, perhaps the Latin of its title) as often is goat "lamentation"; and finally I should quote this from O.E.D.: "As to the reason of the name many theories have been offered, some even disputing the connexion with 'goat.'"
Who directed Tragoedia?
Tragoedia was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in Tragoedia?
The principal cast of Tragoedia includes Not specified.
When was Tragoedia released and how long is it?
Tragoedia was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 35m.