Cleopatra Through the Ages

Hollywood first adapted Shakespeare's play in 1910, but a 1917 production starring Theda Bara, above, became a much bigger hit. Her performance contributed to the public's impression of Cleopatra as an erotic seductress.
Everett

Celluloid
Hollywood first adapted Shakespeare's play in 1910, but a 1917 production starring Theda Bara, above, became a much bigger hit. Her performance contributed to the public's impression of Cleopatra as an erotic seductress.

share

Get the Latest Photos from Time.com
Get TIME photos and pictures of the week delivered directly to your inbox.