Cleopatra
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Cleopatra is a historical epic film released in 1963. Set in ancient Egypt during the time of the Roman Empire, the movie tells the story of Cleopatra, the last active pharaoh of Egypt, and her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
The film begins with Caesar pursuing Pompey, and Cleopatra's younger brother Ptolemy attempting to gain favor with Caesar by presenting him with Pompey's head. Cleopatra, disguised as a rug, is presented to Caesar and immediately captivates him. Caesar becomes infatuated with Cleopatra and declares her Egypt's ruler.
After Caesar's assassination, Cleopatra returns to Egypt and meets Mark Antony. They fall in love and have three children together. However, their relationship becomes strained when Octavian declares war on them. Antony and Cleopatra are defeated at the Battle of Actium and ultimately take their own lives.
Cleopatra is a grand-scale epic featuring lavish sets, stunning costumes, and unforgettable performances by Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra and Richard Burton as Mark Antony. The film explores themes of love, power, and betrayal, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world.
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CleopatraWriters:
Joseph L. Mankiewicz, Ranald MacDougall, Sidney BuchmanAwards:
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