Trojan Women re-imagined

Trojan Women re-imagined is a captivating short film that challenges the fallacy of assumptions and explores the limitations inherent in dominant narratives. The film is an anti-war narrative of 17’ minutes based on a compilation of excerpts from poets, writers, play writers, historians, philosophers, sophists, rhetoricians and composers throughout the centuries, exploring the illusive nature of truth. In this thought provoking, re-imagined version of Euripides’ homonymous tragedy, Helen is the symbol of illusory beliefs and pursuits, and the Trojan War denotes the futility of conflict and the consequences of power abuse.
The narrative challenges conventions and societal norms and prompts viewers to question their own perceptions and biases, and to reconsider the stories that shape their understanding of the world. The repetition of the phrase “truth, where is the truth” is central in this version and encourages viewers to engage critically with the narratives that surround them and the different realities they generate.
The film is based on a combination of evocative music and images of more symbolic value than realistic narrative. The actors are present only through their voices while they navigate through their memories, struggles and thoughts. This is a deliberate choice to create space for the viewers to delve into their own reflections. In addition, all ‘actors’ are ordinary people from around the world (USA, Australia, Germany, UK, Egypt and Greece). This was again a deliberate choice to underscore the universality of the topic under discussion: the painful consequences when rigid ‘truths’ and ‘realities’ prevail.
The film serves as a touching reminder of the power of storytelling. Through the exploration of timeless themes such as conflict and power dynamics, the film reveals the intrinsic futility of violence and oppression. It seeks to foster a profound sense of empathy and understanding while advocating for social consciousness and the imperative for change.