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Cleopatra

Gal Gadot is set to portray Cleopatra, the legendary queen of Egypt, in an biographical drama. Directed by Kari Skogland, the film aims to present Cleopatra as a strategic and influential leader, moving beyond previous portrayals that focused primarily on her romantic relationships.

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Cleopatra
Biography
Drama
Director
Kari Skogland
Writers
Gal Gadot, Laeta Kalogridis
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Gal Gadot is set to portray Cleopatra, the legendary queen of Egypt, in an biographical drama. Directed by Kari Skogland, the film aims to present Cleopatra as a strategic and influential leader, moving beyond previous portrayals that focused primarily on her romantic relationships.

Writers
Gal Gadot, Laeta Kalogridis

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