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Movies are perhaps the most modern expression of our fascination with the culture and history of Ancient Egypt. The movies listed at this site are sorted by genre, then by title and finally by date. Just scroll down to learn more about the movie adaptations of some of the most famous biblical stories. |
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![]() | Director: Robert Young Story: James Carrington - Lionel Chetwynd Cast: Ben Kingsley (Potiphar), Paul Mercurio (Joseph), Martin Landau (Jacob) | Amazon.com |
The story of Joseph, the youngest and prefered son of Jacob who was sold in "slavery" to Egypt by his jealous brothers. His ability to interpret dreams makes him gain the pharaoh's favour and rise to the high status of vizier at the Egyptian court.
- Two brothers united by friendship divided by destiny -
This animated movie tells the story of the Hebrew Mozes who was raised at the court of Seti I as an Egyptian prince, but then finds his destiny as leader of the Hebrew people.
The Ten Commandments - USA, 1923
![]() | Director: Cecil B. DeMille
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| Rating | Duration | Colour | Sound | ||
| NR | 2h26 | Black & White | Silent Movie | ||
The first part of this silent movie tells the biblical story of Moses and the Ten Commandments. The second part is set in 20th Century America and is intended to show how Moses' Commandments still hold their value in modern-day life.
The Ten Commandments - USA, 1956
- The Greatest Event in Motion Picture History -
The story about the life and times of Moses as only Hollywood could tell it.
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