Movie Reviews for Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar

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Movie Reviews of Julius Caesar

Movie Review: Historically loose, but still quite entertaining.
Summary: 4 Stars

I have read some earlier reviews that point out the many, many historical "liberties" that were taken in the production of this movie, and they're right. However, if you're not such a historical purist, if you're in it strictly for the entertainment value, I think you'll really enjoy this film. Personally I think the historical critics so far have been unduly harsh with what is otherwise a very admirable production.

Jeremy Sisto was excellent as Caesar, and was very ably supported by Christopher Walken (Cato), Richard Harris (Sulla) and Chris Noth (Pompey). The depiction of the siege of Alesia was very well done, in my opinion. There were quite a few emotionally gripping scenes, not the least of which is the climactic assassination in the Senate. If you don't get too hung up on the history, I think you'll agree that this movie is three hours well spent.

Movie Review: An Informational and Entertaining Flick
Summary: 4 Stars

A nice movie - if you're one of those people who loves to watch the History channel, then you'll enjoy this one. However, if you are looking for something to outline Shakespeare's play of the same title, then this isn't the one for you....it's more of a semi-accurate historical recreation of events, rather than the play. Good cinematography and production values - decent acting.

Movie Review: Conquer the Roman Empire!
Summary: 4 Stars

This is an excellent portayal of the events surrounding Julius Ceasar's assendency to power. It is very historically accurate and is dramatized to prevent it from being boring. An excellent movie to add to any history buff's collection, with great special features including behind-the-scenes and documentaries about Julius Ceasar.

Movie Review: Imperator Caesar Ivlivs
Summary: 4 Stars

I liked this movie - and like all movies seem to do (sadly), this one is a little loose on timing, characters, and so on. But this does an admirable job of giving the uninitiated a "conversational" education about Caesar.