Cleopatra (1970): Cast & Plot
Cleopatra is a 1970 documentary directed by Michel Auder, starring Viva as Cleopatra, Louis Waldon and Taylor Mead. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 35m (155 min)
- Director
- Michel Auder
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Zanzibar Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Cleopatra About?
The premise of Cleopatra without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The film mirrors Warhol and Morrissey’s relationship to Hollywood, using the 1963 Joseph Mankiewicz Cleopatra—starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton—as a framework. Auder’s troupe watched that classic and then improvised each scene. The cast is drawn from Warhol’s circle, including Viva, Louis Waldon, Taylor Mead, Ondine, Andrea Feldman, Gerard Melanga and others.
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Cleopatra Cast & Characters
Viva leads the cast as Cleopatra, with Louis Waldon as Caesar and Taylor Mead. Directed by Michel Auder; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Michel Auder
- Viva as Cleopatra
- Louis Waldon as Caesar
- Taylor Mead
- Ondine
Also Starring in Cleopatra
· 5 moreCleopatra Plot Summary
What happens in Cleopatra from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the far future, a trio of humans—Jirō Tani, Hal Witcher, and Maria Fellow—stumbles upon a chilling revelation: an alien race called the Pasateli intends to conquer humankind using a mysterious scheme known as the Cleopatra Plan. With a time machine at their disposal, the three scientists of sorts decide to leap across centuries and into the very heart of ancient Egypt’s drama, hoping to uncover the truth and put a stop to this interstellar plot. Their mission hinges on inhabiting the bodies of key figures within Cleopatra’s legendary court, a risky intrusion that blends science fiction with historical fantasy in a way that unsettles even the bravest travelers.
Full summary
The whole story of Cleopatra, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Cleopatra?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the alien race that plans to conquer humanity in the film?
Cleopatra Also Known As
Also known as “Viva Viva”.
- Also known as
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- Viva Viva
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Cleopatra 2007 -
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The Erotic Dreams of Cleopatra 1985 -
The Notorious Cleopatra 1970 -
Two Nights with Cleopatra 1954 -
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The Ballad of Cleopatra 2017
Cleopatra FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Cleopatra, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Cleopatra?
Cleopatra runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
When was Cleopatra released?
Cleopatra was released on July 30, 1970.
Who directed Cleopatra?
Cleopatra was directed by Michel Auder.
More films by Michel Auder Who is in the cast of Cleopatra?
Cleopatra stars Viva as Cleopatra, Louis Waldon as Caesar and Taylor Mead, among 9 credited actors.
Does Cleopatra have a post-credit scene?
No. Cleopatra has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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