Pompeii and the Roman Villa
Synopsis
Narrated by Sir Derek Jacobi - star of the landmark television series "I, Claudius" - this documentary explores art and culture around the Bay of Naples before Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. The bay was then the most fashionable destination for vacationing Romans. Julius Caesar, emperors, and senators were among those who owned sumptuous villas along its shores. Artists flocked to the region to create frescoes, sculpture, and luxurious objects in gold, silver, and glass for villa owners as well as residents of Pompeii and other towns in the shadow of Vesuvius. The film concludes with the story of the discovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum from the 18th century onward.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 2008
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- Original Title
- Pompeii and the Roman Villa
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Department of Exhibition Programs, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, USA
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What is Pompeii and the Roman Villa about?
Narrated by Sir Derek Jacobi - star of the landmark television series "I, Claudius" - this documentary explores art and culture around the Bay of Naples before Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. The bay was then the most fashionable destination for vacationing Romans. Julius Caesar, emperors, and senators were among those who owned sumptuous villas along its shores. Artists flocked to the region to create frescoes, sculpture, and luxurious objects in gold, silver, and glass for villa owners as well as residents of Pompeii and other towns in the shadow of Vesuvius. The film concludes with the story of the discovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum from the 18th century onward.
Who directed Pompeii and the Roman Villa?
Pompeii and the Roman Villa was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Pompeii and the Roman Villa?
The principal cast of Pompeii and the Roman Villa includes Derek Jacobi.
When was Pompeii and the Roman Villa released and how long is it?
Pompeii and the Roman Villa was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 30m.