Cleopatra follows the life of the famous Egyptian queen as she navigates political alliances, romantic relationships, and the power struggles of the Roman Empire. Set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt, this miniseries explores Cleopatra's rise to power, her passionate romances with Julius Caesar and Marc Antony, and her tragic downfall.
Discover the fascinating story of Queen Cleopatra of Egypt, a powerful ruler from the Ptolemaic dynasty. Follow her journey as she reigns for 21 years, facing challenges from Julius Caesar and the Roman Empire. Learn about her captivating life and tragic end through this Netflix docudrama.
Cleopatra situates itself in the same relationship to Hollywood as the Warhol/Morrisey films of the period. It corresponds to Joseph Mankiewicz's 1963 Cleopatra, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton which Auder's cast watched and used as the starting point for scene by scene improvisation Auder drew his cast from Warhol's ensemble – including not only Viva and Louis Waldon, but also Taylor Mead, Ondine, Andrea Feldman, Gerard Melanga and others.
Cleopatra, the powerful Queen of Egypt, faces various challenges including political conspiracies, betrayals, and her own love affairs. The film follows her tumultuous journey as she navigates the complexities of ruling a kingdom and her relationships with the Roman Empire.
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