Cleopatra: The First Woman of Power

Cleopatra: The First Woman of Power

50 mins | Documentary | Aug. 15, 1999

Narrated by actress Anjelica Huston, this 1999 documentary explores the myths surrounding the legendary ruler of Egypt, separating fact from fiction. Was Cleopatra a captivating temptress who seduced her way to the top? Or was she a capable and intelligent leader? With the help of reenactments, location footage, Hollywood film clips and interviews with historians, the fascinating truth about Cleopatra emerges.

Cleopatra: The First Woman of Power

50 mins | Documentary | Aug. 15, 1999

Cleopatra: The First Woman of Power
Narrated by actress Anjelica Huston, this 1999 documentary explores the myths surrounding the legendary ruler of Egypt, separating fact from fiction. Was Cleopatra a captivating temptress who seduced her way to the top? Or was she a capable and intelligent leader? With the help of reenactments, location footage, Hollywood film clips and interviews with historians, the fascinating truth about Cleopatra emerges.
Producers Cinenova
Original title Cleopatra: The First Woman of Power
Directors Katherine Gilday
Writers Katherine Gilday

Cast

Anjelica Huston

as Narrator