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The Ten Commandments is a
1956 American epic religious drama film produced, directed, and narrated by
Cecil B. DeMille, shot in Vista Vision (color by Technicolor), and released by
Paramount Pictures. The film is based on the 1949 novel Prince of Egypt by
Dorothy Clarke Wilson, the 1859 novel Pillar of Fire by J.
H. Ingraham, the 1937 novel On Eagle's Wings by A.E.Southon, and the Book of
Exodus, found in the Bible. The Ten Commandments dramatizes the biblical story
of the life of Moses, an adopted Egyptian prince who becomes the deliverer of
his real brethren, the enslaved Hebrews, and thereafter leads the Exodus to
Mount Sinai, where he receives, from God, the Ten Commandments.
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The film stars Charlton
Heston in the lead role, Yul Brynner as Rameses, Anne Baxter as Nefretiri,
Edward G. Robinson as Dathan, Yvonne De Carlo as Zipporah, Debra Paget as
Lilia, and John Derek as Joshua; and features Sir Cedric Hardwicke as Seti I,
Nina Foch as Bithiah, Martha Scott as Yochabel, Judith Anderson as Memnet, and
Vincent Price as Baka, among others.
The Ten Commandments is a
cinematic behemoth, renowned for its epic scale, lavish production values, and
enduring popularity. The film, a retelling of the biblical story of Moses and
the Exodus, has captivated audiences for generations, leaving an indelible mark
on the cultural landscape. However, its impact extends beyond its entertainment
value, sparking debates about its religious message, historical accuracy, and
artistic merit.
DeMille's ambition for
The Ten Commandments was unparalleled. He spared no expense, assembling a cast
of Hollywood stars, constructing massive sets, and employing cutting-edge
special effects for the time. The film's opening sequence, depicting the
parting of the Red Sea, remains a cinematic marvel, showcasing DeMille's
mastery of spectacle. The film's grandiosity, coupled with its sweeping
narrative, captivated audiences, making it a box office sensation and solidifying
its place as a cinematic landmark.
The Ten Commandments was
the highest-grossing film of 1956, and the second most successful film of the
decade. By April 1957, the film had earned an unprecedented $10 million from
engagements at just eighty theaters, averaging about $1 million per week, with
more than seven million people paying to watch it.
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