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Movie poster: Messalina (1924)
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Messalina

1924 · 125 min Drama History
3.8 / 10 · TMDB

In ancient Rome, tyrannical Emperor Caligula is assassinated through the machinations of Messalina. She then makes a conquest of Marcus, who forces the Senate to name her husband, Claudius, as emperor. Messalina's wicked ways continue when she falls in love with Ennio, a slave. Ennio is also loved by Egyptian princess Mirit, but he loves neither of them, preferring the company of Ela, a Greek slave.

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Year 1924
Country Italy
Genre Drama, History
Director Enrico Guazzoni
Runtime 125 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.8/10 (8 votes)

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The silent epic constructs a lavish historical tableau, relying on expressive visuals to explore the corrupting nature of power and desire within the Roman court.

What lingers after the final reel is the tragic spectacle of ambition, where personal passions fatally collide with political machinations. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Enrico Guazzoni

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Best experienced with a live piano score, allowing the dramatic visuals to command full attention.

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