Narcissus
Originally released in 1957. Narcissus is a feature film. directed by Willard Maas. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marie Menken, Judith Malina, and Julian Beck
Synopsis
A film poem, a re-telling of the Greek myth in modern terms. In the traditional pool the water has become muddy and Narcissus finds that mirrors are more rewarding for the study of his changing reflections. There are three mirrors, each reflecting a dramatic study in self-love. The first, love that deserves the adoration of the opposite sex; the second, homosexual love that investigates itself and its own sex; the third, love that insures one a place in the present and history.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Narcissus about?
A film poem, a re-telling of the Greek myth in modern terms. In the traditional pool the water has become muddy and Narcissus finds that mirrors are more rewarding for the study of his changing ref...
Who directed Narcissus?
Narcissus was directed by Willard Maas.
How long is Narcissus?
Narcissus has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Narcissus released?
Narcissus was released on January 30, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Narcissus?
The main cast of Narcissus includes Marie Menken, Judith Malina, Julian Beck, Willard Maas.