Oedipus Rex was written in a style of Greek tragedy known as "theatre of the absurd." This style is characterized by its focus on fate and the tragic flaws of its characters, often resulting in a tragic ending. In Oedipus Rex, Oedipus' fate is predetermined from the beginning and his attempts to escape it are ultimately futile. His tragic flaw of pride leads him to ignore warnings from both gods and men alike, leading him down a path of destruction that he cannot escape.