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Praises of Holy Week (According to Matthew's Gospel) - Elli Lampeti reads
A series of six fifteen-minute shows, directed by Pantelis Voulgaris, in which the unforgettable actress Elli Lampeti reads excerpts from the Gospel of Matthew, as well as from the Hymns and Praises of Holy Week.In the fourth show, M. Thursday, Elli Lambeti reads excerpts about the Crucifixion of the Lord, excerpts from the Gospel of Matthew and Antiphon 4 from the Holy Passion Sequence. The simple direction focuses on the face and the evocative voice of the great actress, while in some parts of her speech she makes use of photographic and film material. The broadcasts were shown for the first time in April 1979 by the television of the then YENED.
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Plot Summary
This recording features Elli Lampeti reciting passages from Matthew's Gospel that pertain to Holy Week. It is a dramatic interpretation of the biblical text, focusing on the events leading up to and including the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Critical Reception
As a spoken word religious interpretation, traditional critical reviews are not applicable. Its reception would be primarily within religious and academic circles interested in biblical recitation and dramatic performance.
What Reviewers Say
Focuses on the solemnity and dramatic weight of the Holy Week narrative.
Highlights Elli Lampeti's interpretive reading of the Gospel.
A resource for religious study and reflection on the Passion.
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Fun Fact
Elli Lampeti was a prominent Greek actress known for her stage and film work, and her foray into dramatic biblical recitation offered a unique artistic interpretation of sacred texts.
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