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Hebert Wise's epic 13-part miniseries is packaged here in a special collector's set. Follow the lives and stories of the last of the Roman emperors, as they ruthlessly wield their power through murder and debauchery. The tales are witnessed and related by Claudius (Derek Jacobi), whose physical handicaps protected him from .. Read more
| Starring | Brian Blessed, John Hurt, Derek Jacobi, Sian Phillips |
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| Director | Herbert Wise |
| Genres | Drama, Television |
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Not part of the story
I enjoyed I Claudius enormously - on TV, on video and now on DVD.
What isn't clear from some other descriptions about this boxed set is that the ... read more »
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Five star drama
I throughly enjoyed this fantasticly written drama which brought to life a period of history I knew little about. There is not a drama on television today that ... read more »
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Timeless perfection...
This production just oozes quality.
I watched I Claudius recently expecting it to be slightly dated, and if I'm honest, not that good as it was a... read more »
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Truly excellent.
I love the original novel, and this is a very good screenplay. Very well acted, particularly the characters of Livia and Augustus.
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But is it art?
Rent this and for the next few weeks that snakey, insidious theme tune will be inching its way across your subconscious. Especially as there's no other ... read more »
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i claudius
the best programme ever made by the BBC
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Decadent Julio Claudian Rome
A truly wonderful adaptation of the novels. It does show its seventies heritage a wee bit, with the theatrical acting and sets. But Sian Philips, Patrick ... read more »
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I Claudius disc 1
Didn't have quite the impact as when it was released but nonetheless excellent acting from all. Very enjoyable watching the scheming of the rich and ... read more »
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I Claudius
Absolutly brilliant. Acting was 1st class. Augustus's death scene left me stunned and I played it back over and over. Also Livia was fantastic. The history ... read more »
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Boring
First viewing and found to be staged, claustrophobic and dated. Watched first episode but could not be bothered to watch remaining two on same disc. ... read more »
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I Claudius
Disappointing. We remembered this as a classic period drama from the BBC. However, by modern standards, it was really dated. Jacobi was excellent but the feel ... read more »