by Linda Kay

Directed by: Pier Paolo Pasolini

Synopsis: Ponderous celluloid interpretation of the myth in which noted sorceress Medea (Maria Callas) assists Jason (Giuseppe Gentile) in stealing the Golden Fleece, then reconsiders and takes vengeance.

Cat Burglars (Scene Stealers): While at Medea’s home in Corinth, her nurse (Annamaria Chio) feeds two small tabby and white cats some milk from a bowl.

Medea leaves even though her women in waiting beg her not to go.

When Medea returns, the cats are sitting on the stone steps inside the door. One stays put while the other scurries away as she enters.

Final Mewsings: Cats know to get out of the way when Medea is in a mood!

Many thanks to Nick Wale for letting us know about the cats in this film.

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