La reine de Saba

La reine de Saba

93 mins | Drama | Sept. 21, 1975

Inspired by the biblical legend, this movie retells the meeting of the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon and the fight of the most beautiful pagan queen to awaken, in the ruler of Israel's heart, a love other than that of heavenly Jerusalem. Having come from her country (located in present-day Yemen) with a caravan and gifts to meet this king known for his wisdom and glory, the queen Balkis embarks on a seduction campaign that soon succeeds. However, she obscurely feels that she will have no real power over him until she breaks down this obstacle between them: his faith.

La reine de Saba

93 mins | Drama | Sept. 21, 1975

La reine de Saba
Inspired by the biblical legend, this movie retells the meeting of the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon and the fight of the most beautiful pagan queen to awaken, in the ruler of Israel's heart, a love other than that of heavenly Jerusalem. Having come from her country (located in present-day Yemen) with a caravan and gifts to meet this king known for his wisdom and glory, the queen Balkis embarks on a seduction campaign that soon succeeds. However, she obscurely feels that she will have no real power over him until she breaks down this obstacle between them: his faith.
Producers
Original title La reine de Saba
Directors Pierre Koralnik
Writers Henry Chapier, Pierre Koralnik, Maurice Clavel

Cast

Ludmilla Tchérina

as Balkis, la reine de Saba

Frédéric de Pasquale

as Le roi Salomon

Valiyollah Shirandami

as Le grand-prêtre