Alexander the Great: The Macedonian (2011)

Alexander the Great: The Macedonian (2011) poster

A close look at Alexander the Great - from Macedonia to India. Alexander the Great has always enjoyed a unique status in history. To the Greeks and Romans, he was a hero, to the Arabs, he was a prophet, to Westerners, he is a myth. Alexander the Great Hellenized the ancient world and spread Greek civilisation single-handedly throughout, as far as the borders of India, by relentlessly pursuing his sworn enemy Darius the Great, King of Persia. But what remains today of the "real" Alexander? Of his life and environment? Through the many depictions of the hero and the archaeological traces of his triumphant conquest, this film portrays the legendary figure, who has always been, and continues to be, a great source of inspiration, even for artists of today.

Director: Bernard George
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Music: Roberto Baccherini
Editing: Elke Hartmann, Anne Renardet
Production: Angoa-Agicoa, ERT, Les Films du Tambour de soie, Musée du Louvre, PROCIREP, ARTE GEIE, Minimal Films, ARTE, CNC
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Bernard George
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alexander the Great: The Macedonian about?
A close look at Alexander the Great - from Macedonia to India. Alexander the Great has always enjoyed a unique status in history. To the Greeks and Romans, he was a hero, to the Arabs, he was a prophet, to Westerners, he is a myth. Alexander the Great Hellenized the ancient world and spread Greek civilisation single-handedly throughout, as far as the borders of India, by relentlessly pursuing his sworn enemy Darius the Great, King of Persia. But what remains today of the "real" Alexander? Of his life and environment? Through the many depictions of the hero and the archaeological traces of his triumphant conquest, this film portrays the legendary figure, who has always been, and continues to be, a great source of inspiration, even for artists of today.
Who directed Alexander the Great: The Macedonian?
Alexander the Great: The Macedonian was directed by Bernard George.
How long is Alexander the Great: The Macedonian?
Alexander the Great: The Macedonian has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
What genre is Alexander the Great: The Macedonian?
Alexander the Great: The Macedonian is a Documentary film.
Where was Alexander the Great: The Macedonian produced?
Alexander the Great: The Macedonian was produced in France.