Cleopatra
UK
1963,
192 min,
Digital,
Dir: Joseph L Mankiewicz
Cleopatra (Elizabeth Taylor) attempts to secure her power as Queen of Egypt by charming Julius Caesar (Rex Harrison) and Mark Antony (Richard Burton) with whom she has a stormy love affair, but Egypt is finally integrated into the Roman Empire... This epic historical drama boasts spectacular sets and costumes that must be seen. Cleopatra’s spectacular entry into Rome with her golden Sphinx pulled by thousands is a real cinematic moment! (American Cinematheque)
$2 off for Edmonton Opera Explorer & Encore members
Screenings:
- Wednesday September 26, 2012 at 7:00PM
This screening is part of the larger thematic series:

