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The Gospel at Colonus

1985 · 87 min Music

An African-American musical version of Sophocles's tragedy, Oedipus at Colonus. In 1985 PBS televised the original Brooklyn Academy of Music production, as presented by the American Music Theater Festival at the Annenberg Center in Philadelphia, as part of the Great Performances series.

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Year 1985
Country United States of America
Genre Music
Director Lee Breuer
Runtime 87 min.

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The Gospel at Colonus is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1985. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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