Asterix and Cleopatra

The story is set in ancient Egypt during Cleopatra's reign, contemporaneous with Julius Caesar. The palace must rise within a tight deadline, reflecting the high-stakes politics of Rome's influence over Egypt. The film blends historical backdrop with mythic, humorous adventure.

The story moves from Gaul to Egypt, contrasting the rustic Gaulish village with the opulent Egyptian court. Key settings include Cleopatra's palace in Alexandria and the iconic Great Pyramid at Giza. The journey underscores dramatic wealth, political intrigue, and the hazards of rapid construction in ancient times.

👑 Power and vanity

Cleopatra's bet to build a palace in three months is a spectacle of vanity that tests Egypt's image of grandeur. Caesar's looming intervention and his fear of humiliation push the plot into a political arena. The courtiers' schemes reveal how prestige shapes decisions and public perception. In the end, pride is tempered by clever alliance and ingenuity.

🧪 Magic and science

Panoramix's potion is the catalyst that fuels Gaulish labor and courage, turning effort into rapid progress. The potion becomes a tool that rivals use and attempt to steal, highlighting the clash between mysticism and logistics. The story treats potion and planning as complementary forces for problem-solving. The potion's central role shows how belief and craft can alter outcomes.

🗺️ Journey and alliance

Asterix and Obelix journey from Gaul to Egypt to assist Numerobis, navigating seas and pirate ambushes along the way. The unlikely alliance between the Gauls, Cleopatra, and Numerobis demonstrates that collaboration overcomes daunting odds. The voyage exposes cultural misunderstandings with humor and ingenuity. The completed palace marks a triumphant return to friendly bonds.