Theodora
Teodora
Synopsis
Teodora, a Roman courtesan and former slave girl, marries the Roman emperor Justinian and assumes the throne as Empress of Rome. But a love affair with a handsome Greek whom she meets in Byzantium leads to revolution and armed conflict in both Byzantium and Rome.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 14, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leopoldo Carlucci
- Original Title
- Teodora
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Ambrosio-Zanotta
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leopoldo Carlucci
Arturo Ambrosio
Department Leadership Roster
Arturo Ambrosio
Producer
Leopoldo Carlucci
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Theodora
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What is Theodora about?
Teodora, a Roman courtesan and former slave girl, marries the Roman emperor Justinian and assumes the throne as Empress of Rome. But a love affair with a handsome Greek whom she meets in Byzantium leads to revolution and armed conflict in both Byzantium and Rome.
Who directed Theodora?
Theodora was directed by Leopoldo Carlucci.
Who stars in Theodora?
The principal cast of Theodora includes Rita Jolivet, Ferruccio Biancini, René Maupré, Emilia Rosini.
When was Theodora released and how long is it?
Theodora was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.