The Owl's Legacy
1989
⭐9.5(4 votes)
1 Season
13 Episodes
Documentary
Overview
A 13-part documentary series by Chris Marker examining how ancient Greek ideas continue to shape modern Western thought. Each episode centers on a single Greek word—such as “democracy,” “philosophy,” or “mythology”—through conversations filmed in cities around the world. Combining symposium-style discussions with archival footage and visual motifs of the owl, Marker creates an expansive reflection on the enduring legacy of Greece.
About The Owl's Legacy
The Owl's Legacy (1989) is a Documentary series that follows a 13-part documentary series by Chris Marker examining how ancient Greek ideas continue to shape modern Western thought. Each episode centers on a single Greek word—such as “democracy,” “philosophy,” or “mythology”—through conversations filmed in cities around the world. Combining symposium-style discussions with archival footage and visual motifs of the owl, Marker creates an expansive reflection on the enduring legacy of Greece. Currently, you can watch The Owl's Legacy on Amazon Video. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 9.5 out of 10 from 4 votes. Fans of documentary series may also want to explore similar titles below.
