National Theatre Live: Medea (2014)

7.4/10 • 90 min • Drama Fantasy

Overview

Medea is a wife and a mother. For the sake of her husband, Jason, she’s left her home and borne two sons in exile. But when he abandons his family for a new life, Medea faces banishment and separation from her children. Cornered, she begs for one day’s grace. It’s time enough. She exacts an appalling revenge and destroys everything she holds dear.

Cast

Helen McCrory

Michaela Coel

Dominic Rowan

Aegeus, King of Athens

Danny Sapani

Clemmie Sveaas

Martin Turner

Kreon, King of Corinth

Toby Wharton

Jason's attendant

Adrian Grove

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