Lysistrate (1982)
Erscheinungsjahr: 1982
Land: Sweden
Alternative Title: N/A
Regisseur: Göran Järvefelt, Inger Åby
Writer: Aristophanes, Tord Baeckström
Produktion & Genre
Geschichte
In the tv movie 'Lysistrate' (1982), directed by Göran Järvefelt and Inger Åby, the women of Athens unite in a unique protest to end the war with Sparta. Lysistrate, the leader of this peaceful resistance, encourages all Athenian women to go on an erotic strike until the men agree to make peace. The women band together, refusing their husbands sexual gratification until the war is over.
Zusammenfassung
Based on Aristophanes' ancient Greek comedy 'Lysistrata', this Swedish film adaptation brings a comedic and provocative approach to its source material. Set against the backdrop of the Athens-Sparta war, the movie focuses on Lysistrate's strategic plan to halt hostilities by exploiting men's basic instincts. The story highlights themes of pacifism, female empowerment, and the power of collective action.
