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Movie poster: Pharaoh (1966)
🎬 Movie
1966 · 151 min History Drama
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

Young Pharaoh Ramses XIII clashes with Egypt's clergy over influence on the affairs of the state and its coffers. inexperienced, but quite ambitious pharaoh is putting up a fight against a powerful clan of priests usurping rule over the country.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Faraon
Year 1966
Country Poland
Genre History, Drama
Director Jerzy Kawalerowicz
Runtime 151 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.8/10 (89 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Jerzy Kawalerowicz

— MovieFinder Editorial

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