Medea

Medea (2005)

EndedScripted showDrama, Thriller

Greek tragedy by Euripide moved to Dutch politics. Medea, the daughter of the chairman of the senate, falls madly in love with ambitious politician Jason. Together they plan a campaign to make Jason prime minister.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (45 min)

Last Episode

Aflevering 6
Season 1Episode 645 min

Aflevering 6

Feb 12, 2005

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Aflevering 6Feb 12, 2005
S01E05Aflevering 5Feb 5, 2005
S01E04Aflevering 4Jan 29, 2005
S01E03Aflevering 3Jan 22, 2005
S01E02Aflevering 2Jan 15, 2005
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Medea' premiere?

'Medea' premiered on September 13, 2005.

Who played the lead role in 'Medea'?

The lead role of Medea was played by Rachel Weisz.

Who directed 'Medea'?

'Medea' was directed by Tony Harrison.

What is the premise of 'Medea'?

'Medea' is a retelling of the classic Greek tragedy about a woman who seeks revenge against her husband after he leaves her for another woman.

What are some of the themes explored in 'Medea'?

Some of the themes explored in 'Medea' include revenge, betrayal, and the consequences of love and obsession.

How many episodes are there in 'Medea'?

'Medea' is a television movie, so there is only one episode.

Where was 'Medea' filmed?

'Medea' was filmed on location in Tunisia.

What was the reception for 'Medea'?

'Medea' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Weisz's performance while others criticized the pacing and direction of the film.

Who composed the score for 'Medea'?

The score for 'Medea' was composed by Harrison Birtwistle.

Does 'Medea' adhere closely to the original Greek tragedy?

While 'Medea' does incorporate many elements of the original Greek tragedy, the film also provides a modern twist on the story.

What other adaptations of 'Medea' exist?

There have been numerous adaptations of 'Medea' over the years, including stage productions, operas, and films. Some notable adaptations include the 1988 film adaptation starring Maria Callas and the 2011 stage adaptation by Euripides Laskaridis.

Was 'Medea' based on a true story?

No, 'Medea' is a work of fiction and is not based on a true story.

Cast

Katja Schuurman

Katja Schuurman

plays Medea
Thijs Römer

Thijs Römer

plays Jason
Tara Elders

Tara Elders

plays Anne
Cas Enklaar

Cas Enklaar

plays Bert Middelink
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Characters

Medea

Medea

played by Katja Schuurman
Jason

Jason

played by Thijs Römer
Anne

Anne

played by Tara Elders
Bert Middelink

Bert Middelink

played by Cas Enklaar
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