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I, Claudius (1975)

I, Claudius (1975)
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This 13-episode miniseries was adapted from the book by Robert Graves, which chronicles the tumultuous life and times of Claudius (Derek Jacobi), who despite a deformed leg and a speech impediment through prophecy becomes the Roman Emperor. An aging Claudius looks back at the bizarre and treacherous times through which he's lived and sets them down in a secret history that is not to be read until after his death. The distinguished cast of I, Claudius includes John Hurt as Caligula, Brian Blessed as Augustus, Sian Phillips as Livia, Margaret Tyzack as Antonia, and Patrick Stewart as Sejanus. The home-video release also includes the documentary The Epic That Never Was, which looks at producer Alexander Korda ill-starred attempt to film Graves' novel in the mid-1930s. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Derek Jacobi, Sian Phillips, (more)
Director(s):
Herbert Wise
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of I, Claudius

This 13-episode miniseries was adapted from the book by Robert Graves, which chronicles the tumultuous life and times of Claudius (Derek Jacobi), who despite a deformed leg and a speech impediment through prophecy becomes the Roman Emperor. An aging Claudius looks back at the bizarre and treacherous times through which he's lived and sets them down in a secret history that is not to be read until after his death. The distinguished cast of I, Claudius includes John Hurt as Caligula, Brian Blessed as Augustus, Sian Phillips as Livia, Margaret Tyzack as Antonia, and Patrick Stewart as Sejanus. The home-video release also includes the documentary The Epic That Never Was, which looks at producer Alexander Korda ill-starred attempt to film Graves' novel in the mid-1930s. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
740 mins

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Director(s):
Herbert Wise
Writer(s):
Jack Pulman
Producer(s):
Martin Lisemore
Categories:
Television
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    Cyndy W.

    'I, Claudius' exceeded my expectations in every way. The expert direction and superb attention to detail made watching an almost ethereal experience. The incredible portrayal of historical figures, brought to life with such character that I felt as if I had known each of them myself, made watching the series an absorbing delight. When it was over, I had the same feeling as finishing a wonderful book that has pulled me in - I didn't want it to end. To my mind, Derek Jacobi - the consumate actor and perhaps the zenith of the mountain of theatrical players - masterfully dominated every scene he addressed. I will watch this again soon.

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    Ann C.

    I'm still mourning "Rome," which HBO ended far too soon after only 2 seasons. For those in my situation, turn to "I, Claudius." Hard to believe that it was made in the mid-70s, for it is still vibrant and absorbing. While it doesn't have the intense in-your-face action of "Rome," it draws very close to the characters and shows you how they tick. I give it high marks. And the title sequence, with blustering horn music, a slithering snake, and a portrait mosaic, is great!

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    Joseph U.

    Although it is an old series and the set is more a stage set than a full movie set, the content is fascinating and extremely well done. Historical content is very accurate and the characters are very well developed. It really give one a sense of the treachery and danger inherent in the Patrician class of Imperial Rome

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