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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:ballet
gptkb:opera gptkb:tragedy gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:film_adaptations gptkb:novel_adaptations gptkb:Peter_Hall gptkb:Oedipus_the_King gptkb:opera gptkb:Oedipus_(opera) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(film) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(film_1967) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(film_1986) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(musical) gptkb:Oedipus_the_King_(film) gptkb:Oedipus_Rex_(graphic_novel) gptkb:Theban_Plays gptkb:play stage adaptations ballet adaptations operatic adaptations modern retellings opera adaptations Oedipus (opera). Oedipus (play by Robert Wilson). Oedipus Rex (film). Oedipus Rex (play by Anna Deavere Smith). Oedipus Rex (play by Arthur Miller). Oedipus Rex (play by August Wilson). Oedipus Rex (play by Christopher Durang). Oedipus Rex (play by David Auburn). Oedipus Rex (play by David Ives). Oedipus Rex (play by David Mamet). Oedipus Rex (play by Edward Albee). Oedipus Rex (play by Edward Bond). Oedipus Rex (play by Harold Pinter). Oedipus Rex (play by John Barton). Oedipus Rex (play by John Dryden). Oedipus Rex (play by John Gielgud). Oedipus Rex (play by John Guare). Oedipus Rex (play by John Steinbeck). Oedipus Rex (play by John Updike). Oedipus Rex (play by Lorraine Hansberry). Oedipus Rex (play by Lynn Nottage). Oedipus Rex (play by Neil Simon). Oedipus Rex (play by Ntozake Shange). Oedipus Rex (play by Peter Hall). Oedipus Rex (play by Robert B. Parker). Oedipus Rex (play by Sam Shepard). Oedipus Rex (play by Sarah Ruhl). Oedipus Rex (play by Stephen Adly Guirgis). Oedipus Rex (play by Suzan-Lori Parks). Oedipus Rex (play by Tennessee Williams). Oedipus Rex (play by Tom Stoppard). Oedipus Rex (play by Tony Kushner). Oedipus the King (musical). Oedipus Rex (opera) Oedipus Rex (play) Sophocles' Oedipus Rex Oedipus Rex (ballet) Oedipus (play by Sarah Ruhl) Oedipus the King by Sophocles Oedipus Rex (novel) Oedipus Rex (novel adaptation) Oedipus Rex (play adaptation) |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:Oedipus_the_King_(film)
Oedipus Rex (opera) ballet adaptation by Igor Stravinsky |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:ballet
gptkb:Pier_Paolo_Pasolini gptkb:Jean_Cocteau gptkb:Philip_Glass gptkb:Robert_Wilson gptkb:opera gptkb:novel gptkb:television gptkb:play gptkb:film various films different cultures ballets various playwrights modern settings Sophocles' Oedipus Rex the myth of Oedipus |
| gptkbp:antagonist |
gptkb:fate
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:tragic_figure moral lessons dramatic irony classical literature self-discovery philosophical themes catharsis human suffering theater history the nature of truth the search for identity the role of the gods the consequences of knowledge |
| gptkbp:audience |
theatergoers
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Sophocles
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| gptkbp:available_in |
digital format
print format audiobook format |
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray gptkb:streaming_platforms |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:N/_A
|
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Oedipus_the_King
Oedipus myth Oedipus Rex (play) |
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon gptkb:choir gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Laius gptkb:Oedipus gptkb:The_Chorus Chorus of Theban Elders |
| gptkbp:choreography |
gptkb:Mikhail_Fokine
|
| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Tonino_Delli_Colli
|
| gptkbp:climax |
Oedipus discovers his true identity.
Oedipus discovers he killed his father. |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Igor_Stravinsky
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
man vs fate
man vs self man vs society Oedipus vs. fate Oedipus vs. himself Oedipus vs. self Oedipus vs. society Oedipus vs. truth Oedipus vs. himself. Oedipus vs. his past Oedipus vs. fate. Oedipus vs. self. Oedipus vs. the city of Thebes |
| gptkbp:contains |
gptkb:the_riddle_of_the_Sphinx
gptkb:metaphor dramatic irony symbolism foreshadowing tragic flaws |
| gptkbp:costume_design |
gptkb:Alexander_Benois
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:Italy
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
mixed
mixed reviews widely acclaimed well-received performed worldwide highly regarded Considered a classic. considered a masterpiece studied in literature courses adapted into various media analyzed in literature courses studied in schools influenced playwrights Well-received by audiences. performed in academic settings Analyzed by scholars. analyzed in philosophy Adapted into operas. Performed in various languages. analyzed in philosophy. studied in psychology. widely regarded as a masterpiece. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:art gptkb:philosophical_debates gptkb:theater gptkb:literature gptkb:Oedipus_complex gptkb:sociology gptkb:theatrical_performances gptkb:philosophy gptkb:psychology gptkb:literary_criticism gptkb:theater_productions Western literature psychological analysis cultural references psychological theories academic studies philosophical discussions Freudian theory inspired literature modern adaptations adaptations in film performed worldwide sociological studies philosophical discourse adapted into films artistic interpretations influenced literature influenced philosophy theater studies literary references modern plays modern retellings influenced theater translated into many languages studied in literature courses adapted into various media reference in popular culture inspired philosophical discussions influenced modern storytelling analyzed in academic studies studied in academic settings influenced theater productions inspired modern adaptations. referenced in popular culture. studied in schools. influenced modern adaptations influenced psychology influenced literature. inspired psychological theories Studied in literature courses. influenced discussions on identity. Performed in theaters worldwide. adaptations in literature performed worldwide. influenced art. influenced psychoanalysis. influenced literature and art. adaptations in opera influenced dance. influenced music. influenced character development. influenced literature and psychology. influence on tragedy Adapted into various films. Influenced modern literature. Referenced in psychology (Oedipus complex). inspired psychoanalysis inspired various adaptations in arts adapted in various art forms. analyzed in philosophy. influenced discussions on culture. influenced discussions on destiny. influenced discussions on ethics. influenced discussions on family. influenced discussions on human nature. influenced discussions on knowledge. influenced discussions on morality. influenced discussions on philosophy. influenced discussions on power. influenced discussions on society. influenced discussions on the human condition. influenced discussions on tragedy in literature. influenced discussions on tragedy. influenced discussions on truth. influenced dramatic structure. influenced existentialism. influenced film. influenced literature criticism. influenced moral philosophy. influenced opera. influenced psychology. influenced theater. influenced themes of fate and free will. influenced tragedy as a genre. inspired the term ' Oedipus complex.' influenced tragedy as a genre inspired Freud's Oedipus complex performed in theaters globally |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Oedipus_complex classical theatre tragedy in literature |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Oedipus_complex explores human nature exploration of knowledge and ignorance exploration of human suffering explores fate and free will explores themes of fate and free will. examines moral responsibility questions the role of the gods explores themes of fate and free will exploration of moral responsibility |
| gptkbp:dance_style |
dramatic
|
| gptkbp:depicts |
the consequences of pride
the search for truth the role of the gods the tragic hero the downfall of Oedipus |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Pier_Paolo_Pasolini
gptkb:David_Ives various directors |
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 30 minutes
approximately 90 minutes |
| gptkbp:example |
tragic irony
of Greek tragedy |
| gptkbp:explores |
gptkb:identity
family dynamics guilt themes of fate and free will fate vs free will |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
' I am Oedipus'.
“ The truth must be made known.” |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:the_Sphinx gptkb:prophecy tragic flaw |
| gptkbp:features_character |
gptkb:Creon
gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Oedipus |
| gptkbp:film_festival |
gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival
|
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:City_Dionysia
gptkb:Théâtre_de_la_Gaîté gptkb:Princeton_University gptkb:Théâtre_de_la_Monnaie 1661 429 BC |
| gptkbp:focus |
Oedipus's quest for truth
|
| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Antigone
gptkb:Oedipus_at_Colonus |
| gptkbp:follows |
gptkb:Oedipus_the_King
Theorem Oedipus's quest for truth |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:drama gptkb:tragedy |
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:choir
dramatic irony symbolism catharsis foreshadowing complex characters climactic ending |
| gptkbp:has_influenced |
many works of literature
|
| gptkbp:has_inspired |
psychological theories
|
| gptkbp:has_performed_at |
gptkb:ancient_Greece
|
| gptkbp:has_themes |
blindness and sight
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Classical_Greece
gptkb:Theban_plays gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:Athenian_democracy gptkb:Ancient_Greece gptkb:Classical_Athens the concept of hubris Greek theater Athenian drama performed during festivals the role of the chorus written during the Golden Age of Athens. part of the Theban plays Influenced by earlier Greek tragedies. Part of the revival of classical works. Performed in the context of English theater. Reflects themes of authority and power. Written during the Restoration period. performed during the Dionysia festival reflects Greek values Athenian democracy. Greek tragedy origins Sophocles's contributions to drama the role of fate in Greek culture the role of oracles the significance of oracles the tradition of tragedy in ancient Greece 1920s ballet revival influenced by oracles reflects ancient Greek beliefs |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Oedipus Rex
|
| gptkbp:includes |
tragic irony
the character Creon the character Jocasta the character Oedipus |
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:Carl_Jung
gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:Sigmund_Freud gptkb:literature gptkb:Aristotle's_Poetics gptkb:philosophy gptkb:psychology gptkb:literary_criticism Western literature studied in literature courses modern storytelling. analyzed in philosophy inspired modern playwrights Sigmund Freud's Oedipus complex. |
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:modern_ballet gptkb:literature gptkb:Freud's_Oedipus_complex gptkb:philosophy gptkb:psychology gptkb:literary_criticism Western literature psychological analysis psychological theories philosophical discussions modern adaptations television adaptations modern drama modern opera artistic expressions. philosophy. theater arts. literary criticism. film adaptations. psychological analysis. sociological studies. modern operas modern storytelling. critical theory. psychological dramas cultural references. cultural discourse. modern tragedies psychological theories. subsequent ballet works modern plays. |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Kaija_Saariaho
gptkb:Benjamin_Britten gptkb:Philip_Glass |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:existentialism
gptkb:postmodernism gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:Aeschylus gptkb:Euripides Freudian theory Russian ballet tradition Sophoclean drama tragedy conventions Aeschylus. Euripides. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:theater
gptkb:literature gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:theater
gptkb:literature gptkb:philosophy gptkb:psychology modern theater Freud's Oedipus complex. classical Greek plays |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:Oedipus_complex
Freudian theory modern adaptations Freudian theory. |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
classical themes
Greek tragedies Sphinx riddle Sophocles' Oedipus Rex |
| gptkbp:is |
a source of inspiration for artists
a subject of philosophical inquiry a classic work often studied in schools performed in theaters a story of self-discovery adapted for television a subject of scholarly analysis a story of tragedy a play by Sophocles a foundational text in tragedy a key text in Western literature a narrative about destiny a narrative about moral responsibility a narrative that explores the human condition a narrative with a moral lesson a part of the Greek tragedy tradition a story that questions human agency a tale of irony a work of dramatic literature an important cultural reference |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:tragedy
tragedy play |
| gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for |
the study of drama and performance
|
| gptkbp:is_a_key_component_of |
the study of Greek mythology
the study of tragedy |
| gptkbp:is_a_moment_of |
the history of theater
Oedipus blinds himself |
| gptkbp:is_a_source_of |
inspiration for playwrights
|
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
gptkb:academic_research
gptkb:literary_criticism philosophical debate |
| gptkbp:is_about |
the downfall of Oedipus
|
| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
gptkb:literary_criticism
its moral implications its philosophical themes |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the concept of the tragic hero
|
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
various formats
|
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
its complex characters
|
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
philosophical discussions
discussions of fate |
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
a study of human nature
a classic of Greek tragedy a tragedy of fate one of the greatest tragedies |
| gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
academic papers
|
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
psychological analysis
sociological studies |
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
the field of psychology
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its tragic ending
its powerful climax its dramatic irony its exploration of blindness and sight its exploration of guilt and responsibility its intense emotional impact |
| gptkbp:is_notable_for |
its complex characters
|
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
gptkb:Hamlet
|
| gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in |
philosophical contexts
|
| gptkbp:is_often_referenced_in |
gptkb:popular_culture
discussions of tragedy |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
in theaters worldwide
the original Greek language |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:The_Theban_Plays
Western literary canon theatrical repertoire |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a masterpiece
a foundational text a classic a significant cultural artifact a classic of Western literature a key work in drama |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its cultural significance
|
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:popular_culture
modern literature literary critiques |
| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
one of the greatest tragedies
|
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:ancient_Greece
gptkb:Alexander_Benois |
| gptkbp:is_significant_for |
the study of human psychology
the field of drama |
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
literature courses
|
| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:French
gptkb:Italian gptkb:Ancient_Greek English translated into many languages originally in Ancient Greek |
| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:Oedipus_complex
performed worldwide inspired various artworks inspired adaptations considered a classic influenced many playwrights studied in literature courses influenced playwrights inspired philosophical discussions influenced modern storytelling referenced in pop culture inspiration for playwrights influenced psychologists enduring relevance influenced modern drama inspired psychological theories explored in philosophy influence on tragedy cited in psychoanalysis remains a staple of theater |
| gptkbp:length |
approximately 90 minutes
|
| gptkbp:librettist |
gptkb:Jean_Cocteau
gptkb:W._H._Auden |
| gptkbp:libretto |
gptkb:Paul_Claudel
|
| gptkbp:literary_devices |
gptkb:metaphor
gptkb:tragic_figure dramatic irony symbolism catharsis foreshadowing tragic flaw foreshadowing. symbolism. hamartia dramatic irony. tragic flaw. |
| gptkbp:literary_movement |
Classical antiquity.
|
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Oedipus
|
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:identity
gptkb:prophecy truth |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Ennio_Morricone
|
| gptkbp:music_style |
gptkb:neoclassicism
modern classical Oedipus's ignorance of his true parentage. |
| gptkbp:narrative |
gptkb:tragedy
tragedy with a tragic hero. |
| gptkbp:notable_aria |
gptkb:The_Blind_Oedipus
|
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Olivier_Award
gptkb:Drama_Desk_Award_for_Outstanding_Musical gptkb:Grammy_Award_for_Best_Opera_Recording gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Revival_of_a_Musical gptkb:International_Opera_Award gptkb:New_York_Drama_Critics'_Circle_Award awarded for choreography and music |
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon gptkb:choir gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Laius gptkb:Oedipus |
| gptkbp:notable_collaborators |
Igor Stravinsky and Mikhail Fokine
|
| gptkbp:notable_conductors |
gptkb:Robert_Craft
gptkb:Bernstein |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
crossroads
sight and blindness |
| gptkbp:notable_games |
gptkb:Sophocles
|
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:Paris_Opera_Ballet
gptkb:opera Broadway adaptation. National Theatre production. Royal Shakespeare Company production. |
| gptkbp:notable_performers |
gptkb:Renata_Scotto
gptkb:Riccardo_Muti gptkb:Anna_Pavlova gptkb:Mariss_Jansons gptkb:Thomas_Hampson gptkb:Bryan_Hymel gptkb:Anna_Netrebko gptkb:Diana_Damrau gptkb:Gustavo_Dudamel gptkb:Joyce_Di_Donato gptkb:Lucia_Popp gptkb:Andris_Nelsons gptkb:Anna_Moffo gptkb:Natalie_Dessay gptkb:Angela_Gheorghiu gptkb:Daniel_Barenboim gptkb:Renée_Fleming gptkb:Simon_Rattle gptkb:Sumi_Jo gptkb:Vaslav_Nijinsky gptkb:Eric_Owens gptkb:Sondra_Radvanovsky gptkb:Katherine_Jenkins gptkb:Plácido_Domingo gptkb:Yannick_Nézet-Séguin gptkb:Zubin_Mehta gptkb:Cecilia_Bartoli gptkb:Mirella_Freni gptkb:Patricia_Racette gptkb:Kiri_Te_Kanawa gptkb:Matthew_Polenzani gptkb:Birgit_Nilsson gptkb:Leontyne_Price |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:Broadway
gptkb:Peter_Brook's_production international festivals international productions modern interpretations International theater festivals Broadway adaptations National Theatre production Robert Wilson's production John Gielgud's production Royal National Theatre production classical revivals Alfred Molina performance Bertolt Brecht adaptation Chiwetel Ejiofor performance David Oyelowo performance Derek Jacobi's performance Ian Mc Kellen's performance John Gielgud performance Juliet Stevenson performance Peter Hall's production Rufus Sewell performance Theater of Dionysus production Theater of the Absurd adaptations off-Broadway production 1960 production at the Royal Opera House 1980 production at the Salzburg Festival 1990 production at the Teatro alla Scala 2000 production at the Opéra National de Paris 2010 production at the Metropolitan Opera |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
' I am Oedipus'.
' Blindness is a terrible thing.' ' I am Oedipus.' ' I would rather be a beggar than a king.' ' It is better to be blind than to see the truth.' ' The truth must be made known.' ' What is the truth?'. “ I am Oedipus.” “ The truth must be made known.” “ What is the truth?” “ It is not the man who has been wronged who is the most miserable.” “ It is not the man who has been wronged who is the most unhappy.” “ I am Oedipus” “ I have come to the borders of my country.” “ It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.” “ It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.” “ I am the one who killed the father and married the mother.” “ It is not the one who has been wronged who is the most unhappy.” ' What has happened is the will of the gods.' “ I would rather be a beggar than a king.” “ You cannot hide from your fate.” |
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
recorded performances available
|
| gptkbp:notable_scene |
gptkb:The_Sphinx's_riddle
Oedipus blinding himself Oedipus confronting Jocasta Oedipus's tragic realization Tiresias revealing the truth |
| gptkbp:notable_speakers |
human nature
|
| gptkbp:notable_themes |
gptkb:identity
moral responsibility self-discovery the consequences of pride the limits of human understanding tragic irony the search for identity the search for truth the inevitability of fate the role of the gods the complexity of human nature tragedy of fate guilt and redemption the nature of guilt the impact of prophecy blindness and sight |
| gptkbp:orchestration |
large orchestra
orchestra and voices |
| gptkbp:original_language |
gptkb:French
gptkb:Ancient_Greek Greek Ancient Greek. |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_Theban_Plays
gptkb:Theban_Cycle The Theban Plays. |
| gptkbp:performance |
gptkb:opera
performed worldwide performed in various languages performed in theaters worldwide translated into many languages part of the Greek tragedy festival |
| gptkbp:performance_style |
gptkb:classical
gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:dialogue gptkb:drama gptkb:tragedy tragic monologues expressive classical Greek theater choral odes classical Greek theater. |
| gptkbp:performance_tradition |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:theater_of_Dionysus Greek theater modern adaptations modern theater ancient Greek festivals adapted into films Greek theatre classical theater performed in theaters worldwide adapted into operas performed in theaters adapted for modern audiences still performed today. academic performances performed in ancient Greece tragedy festivals performed in ancient Greece. performed in modern theater |
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:theater_festivals
ancient Greek festivals. |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:students
gptkb:Actor gptkb:Ballets_Russes theater companies many theater companies |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:ancient_Greece
gptkb:festivals gptkb:theater worldwide schools film festivals schools and universities opera houses theater worldwide theater. various opera houses modern theaters international stages the original Greek language |
| gptkbp:plot |
gptkb:The_Sphinx's_riddle
gptkb:exile_from_Thebes the consequences of pride blindness the exploration of identity Oedipus's quest for truth the revelation of identity the theme of self-discovery the fate of Oedipus the role of the gods the prophecy the role of prophecy the theme of moral ambiguity the consequences of ignorance the role of fate in human life the role of the chorus the exploration of human suffering the theme of family and loyalty the theme of justice and retribution Oedipus blinds himself. Oedipus discovers his true identity. Oedipus seeks to rid Thebes of a plague. Creon becomes ruler of Thebes. Jocasta commits suicide. Oedipus discovers his true parentage. Oedipus's quest to find the murderer of King Laius Oedipus's tragic downfall The plague in Thebes The prophecy of the oracle the prophecy of the oracle Oedipus's downfall discovery of his origins killing of Laius marriage to Jocasta self-inflicted blindness the murder of Laius the plague in Thebes the revelation of Oedipus's identity Oedipus's quest to find the murderer of King Laius. Jocasta's suicide Oedipus's exile Oedipus's quest to find the murderer of Laius. Oedipus's realization of his true identity. Oedipus's self-blinding The prophecy of Oedipus. The tragic downfall of Oedipus. the revelation of Oedipus's parentage the fate of Jocasta the role of fate and free will Jocasta is Oedipus's wife and mother. The oracle foretells Oedipus's fate. the downfall of a hero the fate of the city of Thebes the impact of Oedipus's actions the relationship between Oedipus and Jocasta the role of Tiresias the search for Laius's murderer the significance of the crossroads the significance of the oracle's message the significance of the shepherd the theme of knowledge vs. ignorance the theme of power and responsibility the tragic irony the theme of sight and blindness Oedipus's realization of his fate the blinding of Oedipus the exile of Oedipus the murder of King Laius |
| gptkbp:plot_point |
Oedipus discovers his true parentage
Oedipus solves the riddle of the Sphinx Oedipus blinds himself. Oedipus blinds himself Oedipus discovers his true parentage. The plague in Thebes The plague in Thebes. The prophecy of the oracle The prophecy of the oracle. The revelation of Jocasta's identity. Jocasta's suicide |
| gptkbp:portrayed_in |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Sphinx gptkb:Creon gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:Oedipus |
| gptkbp:precedes |
gptkb:Salò,_or_the_120_Days_of_Sodom
|
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
gptkb:1927
gptkb:2000 gptkb:2011 429 BC |
| gptkbp:premiere_location |
gptkb:London
gptkb:Athens |
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
429 BC
|
| gptkbp:protagonist |
gptkb:Oedipus
|
| gptkbp:published_in |
gptkb:Theban_Plays
5th century BC |
| gptkbp:recordings |
gptkb:Decca_Records
available on CD |
| gptkbp:release_format |
gptkb:film
|
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1967
|
| gptkbp:resolution |
Oedipus blinds himself.
|
| gptkbp:reviews |
positive critical reception
|
| gptkbp:revival |
frequent revivals in ballet companies
|
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:Tiresias
gptkb:Creon gptkb:Jocasta gptkb:communication Shepherd |
| gptkbp:runtime |
110 minutes
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Thebes
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Thebes
Thebes during a plague Thebes during a plague. |
| gptkbp:significant_event |
Oedipus discovers his true parentage
Oedipus solves the riddle of the Sphinx Oedipus blinds himself |
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Silvana_Mangano
gptkb:Alberto_Lionello gptkb:Franco_Citti |
| gptkbp:structure |
five acts.
|
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:neoclassicism
expressionism neoclassical surrealism symbolism modern adaptation |
| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:the_Sphinx
fate and free will crossroads truth and knowledge the plague fate vs free will sight and blindness Blindness symbolizes ignorance. The Sphinx symbolizes mystery. The crossroads symbolize choice. The oracle symbolizes fate. The plague symbolizes moral decay. the crossroads crossroads. sight and blindness. the plague. |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
self-discovery
guilt and innocence tragedy of fate blindness and sight family and betrayal |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:knowledge
gptkb:fate gptkb:identity truth blindness guilt fate vs free will tragedy of fate blindness and sight fate and prophecy |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:fate
gptkb:identity gptkb:family blindness guilt |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
gptkb:Robert_Fagles
multiple languages many languages multiple translators many languages. |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Pier_Paolo_Pasolini
gptkb:Sophocles gptkb:John_Dryden gptkb:David_Ives gptkb:Stephen_Adly_Guirgis |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:theater
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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