Caligula returns: The shocking new edition in the cinema!

Caligula returns: The shocking new edition in the cinema!

On February 2, 2025, “Caligula - The Ultimate Cut” celebrates the rediscovery of one of the most controversial films in film history. After over 40 years, the film, which addresses the decadence and debauchery of the Roman emperor Caligula, is brought back to cinemas. The imperator, played by Malcolm McDowell, is known to be appointed emperor after the murder of Tiberius. Supported by his sister Drusilla and his wife Caesonia, Caligula tends to disintegrate the Roman Empire by violence and corruption.

This new publication includes over 90 hours of original material that has been restored and scanned in 4K. The latest VFX technology has been added to enrich the visual experience. In addition to the iconic script by Gore Vidal, director Tinto Brass cut the narrative and expanded scenes not seen by 22 minutes earlier.

premiere and availability

The film's premiere took place in 2023 during the film festival in Cannes and received rain. The publication dates for the different formats are remarkable:

• 2. January 2025: Download to buy
• 9. January 2025: Download for borrowing
• 6. February 2025: 4K Ultra HD ™ Mediabook

The term of the film is about 178 minutes and is released for spectators from the age of 18. This new version is sold by Tiberius Film. Well -known actors such as Helen Mirren, John Gielgud and Peter O’Toole give the film additional depth.

historical and cultural context

The original version of "Caligula", which was published in 1979, gained notorious celebrity due to their graphic representations of sexual debauchery and violence. For a long time, the film was considered a controversy and was banned in several countries, including Canada and Australia. Also worth mentioning is the harsh criticism of film critic Roger Ebert, who gave the film a 0-star rating, described it as "pathological" and "completely worthless" and went out of the cinema after two hours. This throws a light on the ongoing discussions about the representation of sexuality and power in history films.

The conference "From the area of ​​action to the film image. Scenography of the Antique in the film" dealt with the acting implementation of historical topics and emphasized the scenographic design of antique films. A central concern of this discussion is how antique ideas in historical films are imparted with the help of a cinematic means.

The process of restoration and the reinterpretation of "Caligula" could be regarded in response to these questions. Producers and directors try to restore the original concept and the artistic vision of the film through technical innovations and narrative revisions.

summarized, the return of "Caligula - The Ultimate Cut" not only testifies to a successful restoration, but also by the ongoing fascination for life and the rule of one of the most notorious rulers of antiquity. The reaction of the audience is eagerly awaited.