Parables of Power: Marlowe’s Dr Faustus

Synopsis

Examines the theme of power in Christopher Marlowe’s Dr. Faustus, presenting key scenes from the play. Analyzes how Dr. Faustus sells his soul to the devil in his attempt to achieve power over nature.

Language

English

Country

United States

Year of release

1999

Year of production

1988

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Jacobean drama; Marlowe, Christopher; playwrights

Distribution Formats

Type

VHS

Format

PAL

Price

$229.00

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

26 minutes

Year

2004

Distributor

Name

Insight Media

Email

custserv@insight-media.com

Web

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Phone

+1 212 721 6316

Fax

+1 212 799 5309

Address

2162 Broadway
New York
NY 10024 6621
USA

Notes

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