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The Oedipus Project

2020Movie1 h 14 min

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Summary

The Oedipus Project is an innovative new digital initiative by Theater of War Productions that will present acclaimed actors performing scenes from Sophocles’ Oedipus the King as a catalyst for powerful, healing online conversations about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic upon diverse communities throughout the world.

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  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

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  • You need an uplifting mood

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Directed by
Bryan Doerries
Written by
Sophocles

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June 24, 2020 · 1 h 14 min · Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery

Released
June 24, 2020
Runtime
1 h 14 min
Content
Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery
Original language
English

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Questions about The Oedipus Project

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Is The Oedipus Project worth watching?

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100.

Can I half-watch The Oedipus Project?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 7 for complexity.

Is The Oedipus Project plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (10 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.