Giulio Cesare (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2005, Giulio Cesare is a music film directed by David McVicar, running about 206 minutes. “Giulio Cesare (2005) Glyndebourne Festival Opera. Handel / Italian” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David McVicar’s production of Giulio Cesare manages to combine serious insight with entertainment, bringing Handel's masterpiece to life in a powerful, convincing and highly intelligent way. ln every line of the complex narrative the subtle nuances are apparent, reflecting perfectly the transparent and exquisite nature of Handel's musical expression. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true surround sound, the outstanding singing of the all-star cast, led superbly by Sarah Connolly, and the vivid playing of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under the energising baton of William Christie reveal the colour and dramatic character of Handel’s music in a most delightful manner.
Who’s in it. Giulio Cesare stars Sarah Connolly as Giulio Cesare, Danielle de Niese as Cleopatra, Angelika Kirchschlager as Sesto and Christophe Dumaux as Tolomeo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Giulio Cesare has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Marquee TV Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Giulio Cesare page.
If you liked it. Fans of Giulio Cesare tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Giulio Cesare (2005)?
- In US, Giulio Cesare is available to stream on Marquee TV Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Giulio Cesare worth watching?
- Giulio Cesare holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Giulio Cesare?
- Giulio Cesare stars Sarah Connolly, Danielle de Niese, Angelika Kirchschlager, Christophe Dumaux and Patricia Bardon.
- When was Giulio Cesare released?
- Giulio Cesare was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 206 minutes.