Movie

Caesar and Cleopatra

Stratford Shakespeare Festival presents: Caesar and Cleopatra. Shaw's legendary wit turns political drama into sparkling comedy when veteran strategist Julius Caesar becomes mentor to the enchanting teenage queen of Roman-occupied Egypt. Their first encounter under a desert moon will lead to a shift in the course of history, as Cleopatra gradually overcomes her timidity to become a determined player in the game of power politics

Screenplay

George Bernard Shaw

Director

Des McAnuff

Status

Released

Release date

23/01/2009

Original language

English