Jason and the Argonauts

Description

A contemporary interpretation of Jason's quest for the Golden Fleece, this beautifully crafted program scrutinizes what is colloquially referred to as the battle of the sexes. Production values convincingly re-create the world of the Bronze Age, but commentary from modern scholars evokes themes easily recognizable in the 21st century: Who holds the real power in male/female relationships? Why are women so often objects of male fear as well as desire? How heroic is a classical male protagonist if he constantly needs female assistance? Jason and the Argonauts explores these subjects with the vitality of the ancient story itself.

Runtime

51 min

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Date of Publication

[2006], c2004

Database

Films on Demand

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