I like how you explained the play and how you mentioned Freud in there.

 It is interesting to see how other people interpret the play. I've also interpreted the play as a portrayal of how an individual gets closer to his/her fear the harder he/she tries to fight it or run from it. 

Since you mentioned that it has captivated audiences around the world and has been a source of entertainment for a long time, I'm curious as to what modern story you would compare to "Oedipus the King"?