The Bacchae movie poster

The Bacchae

September 27, 2009 1h 30m

Originally released in 2009. The Bacchae is a drama film. directed by James Thomas.

Starring Mia Perovetz, Matthew Knob, and Peter Judd

Synopsis

A talented ensemble cast bring Euripides masterpiece to life. The Bacchae (also called The Bacchants or Bakchai in Greek) tells the story of the god Dionysus who comes to the city of Thebes disguised as a charismatic young man accompanied by a throng of erotic female maenads. The immortal play is a study in fanatical religions and confronts the personal balance that we all must find between order and spontaneity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 27, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Macmillan Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bacchae about?

A talented ensemble cast bring Euripides masterpiece to life. The Bacchae (also called The Bacchants or Bakchai in Greek) tells the story of the god Dionysus who comes to the city of Thebes disguis...

Who directed The Bacchae?

The Bacchae was directed by James Thomas.

How long is The Bacchae?

The Bacchae has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was The Bacchae released?

The Bacchae was released on September 27, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Bacchae?

The main cast of The Bacchae includes Mia Perovetz, Matthew Knob, Peter Judd, Michael Graves, Dorothy Penz.