Julius Caesar overview
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Synopsis:
Joseph L. Mankiewicz directed this exquisite version of William Shakespeare's play. Louis Calhern is Julius Caesar, whose conquests have enabled him to rise to the status of Roman dictator. But his ascent to almost God-like status has given pause to influential members of the Roman Senate. Chief among them is Cassius (John Gielgud), who is troubled by Caesar's popularity and dictatorial status. Convinced that Caesar's assassination would be the best thing for Rome, he conspires with Casca (Edmond O'Brien) and the influential Brutus (James Mason) to plot Caesar's murder.
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Movie Details:
- Director: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
- Studio: MGM
- Year: 1953
- Run Time: 121 minutes
- Country: USA
- Language: English
- Set in: Rome, Italy
- Category: Feature
- Genre/Type: Historical Film
- Filmed in: B&W
