I think this was quite a clever topic for Charles Gaskill to pick. It has all the ingredients for a sumptuous photoplay with costumes, grand sets and most importantly - a story that everyone is already going to be familiar with. The helps enormously as the rest of this all but 110 year old film is truly experimental. From any critical perspective, no - it's not very good. Helen Gardner in the title role lacks any…
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Helen Gardner
Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt
Charles Sindelar
Marc Antony, a Triumvir and General
Pearl Sindelar
Iras, Attendant to the Queen
Miss Fielding
Charmian, Attendant to the Queen
Harry Knowles
Kephren, Captain of the Guards to the Queen
Miss Robson
Octavia - Wife of Antony
Helene Costello
Nicola - a Child
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FAQ about Cleopatra
What is Cleopatra about?
The fabled queen of Egypt's affair with Roman general Marc Antony is ultimately disastrous for both of them.
When was Cleopatra released?
Cleopatra was released in 1912.
What genres does Cleopatra belong to?
Cleopatra is categorised as Drama, History.
Who stars in Cleopatra?
The cast of Cleopatra includes Helen Gardner, Charles Sindelar, Pearl Sindelar, Miss Fielding, Harry Knowles.