The Ten Commandments (1923)
The Bible
This version of the Ten Commandments, many say, is the original epic.
History Movie Data
Time:
1500-1300 BC?
Period:
Pre Israel
Place:
Egypt
Reference Book:
The Bible
Notable Characters:
Moses and other Bible Characters
Movie Details
Film Director:
Cecil B. DeMille
MPAA Rating:
NR
Length:
136 Minutes
Genres:
Mesopotamia History
Egyptian History
Drama
Biographies
Classics
Epics
Silent Films
Starring:
Theodore Roberts, Charles de Rochefort, Estelle Taylor, Julia Faye, James Neill, Lawson Butt, Clarence Burton, Noble Johnson, Edythe Chapman, Richard Dix, Rod La Rocque, Leatrice Joy, Nita Naldi, Robert Edeson
Music by
Ten Commandments
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Unlike the Heston version of 1956, this film takes only around a quarter of its time to take you through the deliverance of the children of Israel.
One must remember that this is a silent film, but even then, a great film. Spectacular, even by today's standards.
The parting of the Red Sea, for example, is very creative.
By using water and jello movie makers achieved almost the same result as the 1956 version.
As far as the storyline is concerned, you will find it a little dry and a bit preachy but even this is enjoyable.
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