Explains that one philosophical message of “Oedipus Rex” is that man is subordinate to God. Shows how this theme is reinforced when Oedipus, representing the worldly liberal thought infusing Greek civilisation, is beaten by the gods. Suitable for upper secondary level.
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ACMI Identifier
502472
Language
English
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Philosophy - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
History → Greece - Civilization
Literature → Greek literature - History and Criticism
Music & Performing Arts → Drama - Themes, motives
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)