
Medea
Synopsis
Mayer’s film Medea takes its starting point from Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Medea of 1969. The ancient legend of Medea contrasts two worlds which are no longer compatible with one another – the old archaic world of Medea and the modern rational world of Jason. Both individuals, who confront each other here as representatives of their opposing systems and raise the great question of peaceful coexistence between cultures in times of globalization.
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- Director
- Ursula Mayer
- Original Title
- Medea
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ursula Mayer
Department Leadership Roster
Ursula Mayer
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Medea.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Medea
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What is Medea about?
Mayer’s film Medea takes its starting point from Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Medea of 1969. The ancient legend of Medea contrasts two worlds which are no longer compatible with one another – the old archaic world of Medea and the modern rational world of Jason. Both individuals, who confront each other here as representatives of their opposing systems and raise the great question of peaceful coexistence between cultures in times of globalization.
Who directed Medea?
Medea was directed by Ursula Mayer.
Who stars in Medea?
The principal cast of Medea includes JD Samson.
When was Medea released and how long is it?
Medea was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 11m.
