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    In Greek mythology, Icarus ( / ˈɪkərəs /; Ancient Greek: Ἴκαρος, romanized : Íkaros, pronounced [ǐːkaros]) was the son of the master craftsman Daedalus, the architect of the labyrinth of Crete.

  2. The Childhood of Icarus (original French title: L'Enfance d'Icare) is a 2011 film co-written, co-produced, and directed by the Romanian-born Swiss director Alex Iordăchescu .

  3. Icarus became well known in legends mainly on account of his father, Daedalus, a master craftsman and skilled artisan. The grandson of a former Athenian leader, Erechtheus, Daedalus developed a reputation as an ingenious builder. During Icarus’ early childhood, his family resided in the City of Athens, a very beautiful place.

  4. www.greekmythology.com › Myths › MortalsIcarus - Greek Mythology

    Icarus was the son of the master craftsman Daedalus. Daedalus was an expert craftsman who lived in ancient Greece. He is best known for his work at the palace of King Minos of Crete. Daedalus was also an accomplished sculptor and architect, and his skills were greatly admired by his peers.

  5. Daedalus warned his son not to fly too close to the sun; however, Icarus got carried away and promptly did just that, upon which the wax in his wings melted. He fell to his death, drowning in the sea surrounding the island of Samos, a sea which is now named after him.

  6. Dec 23, 2022 · In Greek mythology, the myth of Icarus has become synonymous with excessive pride and foolhardiness. Indeed, Icarus and his daring attempt to escape Crete alongside his father was a harebrained scheme that, granted, would’ve worked. However, more famous than the flight of Icarus is his fall.

  7. Jan 19, 2011 · The Childhood of Icarus: Directed by Alex Iordachescu. With Guillaume Depardieu, Alysson Paradis, Carlo Brandt, Sophie Lukasik. At the prime of his life, Jonathan Vogel suffers a motorcycle accident that changes his life.