
The Owl's Legacy (1989)
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.
- First aired
- Jun 12, 1989
- Last aired
- Jun 28, 1989
- Network
- La Sept
- Studio
- Attica Art Productions, FIT Production, La Sept Cinéma
- Language
- French, English
- Country
- France

















