Episode 6 of Series “Il Etait Une Fois L’homme” (= “Once Upon a Time Man”).
In 450 BC, Pericles lays the foundation of a democratic system in Athens. This episode examines the Golden Age of Athens with its flourishing artistic and political life. It also compares it with the model of society developped in neighbouring Sparta. Topics include: theatre, architecture, religion and Socratic philosophy.
Credits: Director, writer, Albert Barille ; photography, Jean-Louis Karcher ; art direction, Philippe Landrot, Rene Borg ; graphic research, Jean Barbaud.
Cast: Roger Carel, Francine Laine, Pierre Trabaud, Henri Djanik [original French narration].
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