The life and military conquests of Alexander III of Macedon (20/21 July 356 - 10/11 June 323 BC), commonly known as Alexander the Great.
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An epic film that follows the life of Alexander the Great, the macedonian king that conquered all ancient greek tribes and led macedonian army against the vast Persian Empire. Alexander conquered most of the then known world and created a greek empire that spanned all the way from the Balkans to India. Written by Chris Makrozahopoulos <[email protected]>
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Conqueror of conquerors! Spectacle of spectacles! The colossus of motion pictures! See more »Certificate:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
31 August 1956 (France) See more »Also Known As:
Alexander der Große See more »Box Office
Budget:
$4,000,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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(TCM print) | (Turner Library Print)Sound Mix:
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Alexander: I know.
Philip of Macedonia: And my ambition, more I think. Alexandroplis? At least wait until I die first. HAHAHAHA!
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Charlton Heston turned down the title role, adding "Alexander is the easiest kind of picture to make badly". See more »Goofs
When the Macedonian horsemen attack Darius' soldiers, one of the spear tips clearly bends in a way that shows it to be made of rubber. See more »Quotes
Philip of Macedonia: Alexander, you have my temper.Alexander: I know.
Philip of Macedonia: And my ambition, more I think. Alexandroplis? At least wait until I die first. HAHAHAHA!
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The dialogue accomplishes so much yet is almost poetic. It is of an elegance rarely seen in modern movies. Many of the key elements in the relationships between Alexander, his men, his parents and his perspectives are explored but battle details are glossed over.
Though far from comprehensive, it tells a good tale and serves as a wonderful introduction to the life of Alexander. I was riveted when I watched this, having read Mary Renault's trilogy. An excellent job!
Oliver Stone's 2004 effort was a let down but the depiction of the Battle of Gaugamela is worth watching.