Cleopatra movie poster

Cleopatra

July 30, 1970 2h 35m 4.4/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1970. Cleopatra is a documentary film. directed by Michel Auder. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Viva, Gerard Malanga, and Taylor Mead

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 2h 35m 155 minutes total
User Rating 4.4/10 Mixed (4 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Italy + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Zanzibar Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cleopatra about?

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 Richa...

Who directed Cleopatra?

Cleopatra was directed by Michel Auder.

How long is Cleopatra?

Cleopatra has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).

When was Cleopatra released?

Cleopatra was released on July 30, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Cleopatra?

The main cast of Cleopatra includes Viva, Gerard Malanga, Taylor Mead, Nico, Ondine.