Cleopatra: Portrait of a Killer

Sep 19, 2023 | History, Videos

Cleopatra, the legendary beauty and leader of the ancient Egyptian Ptolemaic dynasty, is the most renowned woman in all of history. For over two thousand years, her story has captivated historians and archaeologists alike – until now.

In an exciting archaeological discovery, researchers uncovered what they believe to be the skeleton of Cleopatra’s sister – Arsinoe IV – who was brutally murdered by Cleopatra and Mark Antony as part of their ruthless power grab. Neil Oliver sets off on a journey across Egypt and Turkey to uncover the truth behind Cleopatra’s sinister actions and explore her reign as one of history’s most formidable rulers.

The documentary follows Oliver as he examines evidence from sites across Egypt like Alexandria, Thebes and Memphis while also making stops in modern-day Turkey. Through interviews with experts and analysis of primary sources such as hieroglyphs, coins, paintings and sculptures, viewers will get a unique insight into this iconic female leader who was willing to kill even her own siblings for power.

This documentary offers an extraordinary opportunity for viewers to gain a more intimate knowledge of Cleopatra’s life than ever before. By exploring how she used murder to manipulate those around her for personal gain, Neil Oliver sheds light on one of history’s greatest villains—and its greatest female ruler.

Don’t miss out on this remarkable chance to delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding Cleopatra’s fascinating story—watch Neil Oliver’s exploration into her Machiavellian ways today!

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