Ten čas
Ten čas

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Ten čas

1966
Movie
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Czech

A person wakes up in the morning, does a casual workout, and rushes to work. Chased by the constant ringing of the alarm clock, they whizz through the day: dictating, making phone calls, and stamping...

Insights

IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users93%
Director: Cecil B. DeMilleGenres: Epic, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Moses, an Egyptian prince who discovers his Hebrew heritage and is called by God to lead his people out of slavery in Egypt. He faces numerous trials, including the parting of the Red Sea and receiving the Ten Commandments from God atop Mount Sinai. The narrative explores themes of faith, freedom, and divine will as Moses guides the Israelites through their arduous journey.

Critical Reception

Cecil B. DeMille's 'The Ten Commandments' was a monumental box office success and received generally positive reviews for its epic scale, impressive visual effects, and strong performances, particularly from Charlton Heston. While some critics noted its length and somewhat simplistic morality, it has since become a beloved classic, celebrated for its grand spectacle and enduring religious themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious scope and visual grandeur.

  • Charlton Heston's portrayal of Moses is considered iconic.

  • A classic biblical epic that resonates with audiences for its scale and storytelling.

Google audience: Viewers frequently laud the film's immense scale, powerful storytelling, and the memorable performances. Many appreciate its faithful, albeit dramatized, retelling of a foundational religious narrative and its impressive special effects for the era. Some find the pacing slow at times but overwhelmingly view it as a cinematic masterpiece.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Special Effects. Nominated for Best Picture, Best Art Direction (Color), Best Cinematography (Color), and Best Film Editing.

Fun Fact

The parting of the Red Sea sequence was achieved using two large troughs that were drained. Actors walked through the parted water, and the footage was then reversed to create the illusion of the sea parting and closing.

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