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Caesar promises to turn the young girl in to a Queen fit for Egypt – tutoring her in the ways of power. But Egypt is not Rome and although Caesar can conquer the country can he tame her future queen? Read more

Starring Alec Guinness, Genevieve Bujold
Genres Special Interest

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George Bernard Shaw's Caesar and Cleopatra

Caesar promises to turn the young girl in to a Queen fit for Egypt – tutoring her in the ways of power. But Egypt is not Rome and although Caesar can conquer the country can he tame her future queen?

Starring Alec Guinness, Genevieve Bujold
Studio SIMPLY MEDIA
Run time DVD: 1 hr 13 mins
Certificate Certificate PG
Genres Special Interest
Language DVD: English
Released Production year: 1976

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      Old fashioned style.

      A study of power and wisdom as old Caesar coaches the very young Cleopatra to make her queen of Egypt. GBS's script is enchanting; witty, amusing and ... read more »

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    • George Bernard Shaw's Caesar and Cleopatra
      Caesar promises to turn the young girl in to a Queen fit for Egypt – tutoring her in the ways of power. But Egypt is not Rome and although Caesar can conquer the country can he tame her future queen?...