Name: Cleopatra's Palace: In Search of a Legend
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1999-03-14
Cast: Omar Sharif

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Documentary of an underwater archaeological expedition led by French explorer Franck Goddio that explores the sunken ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt, where Cleopatra made her home over 2,000 years ago. The underwater exploration team uses advanced scientific methods to locate the remains of Cleopatra's sunken palace as well as the entire submerged Royal Quarters in the harbor of modern Alexandria. Also uses re-enactments, computer graphics and animation to present a picture of Cleopatra's life in ancient Alexandria.

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Directed by: Jane Armstrong
Produced by: Christopher Rowley, Jane Armstrong
Music by: John Welsman

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March 14, 1999 · Documentary · English

Released: March 14, 1999
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: Canada, France

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Is Cleopatra's Palace: In Search of a Legend worth watching?

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Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.1).

Is Cleopatra's Palace: In Search of a Legend okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

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Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

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Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (7 of 10) and spectacle (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.