Movie Description

The Trojan Women

(1971)

Overview

In the aftermath of the Trojan Wars, Queen Hecuba takes stock of the defeated kingdom. Her son has been killed, and his widow, Andromache, is left to raise their son, Astyanax, alone. Hecuba's daughter, Cassandra, fears being enslaved by her Greek masters, while Helen of Troy risks being executed. Astyanax also becomes the focus of the Greeks' attention as the last male heir of the Trojan royal family.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Trojan Women

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1971-05-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 45m

Production CompaniesJosef Shaftel Productions

Genres

  • Drama