Overview
Young Cabiria is kidnapped by pirates and sold as a slave in Carthage. Just as she's to be sacrificed to Moloch, Cabiria is rescued by Fulvius Axilla, a good-hearted Roman spy, and his powerful slave, Maciste. The trio are broken up as Cabiria is entrusted to a woman of noble birth. With Cabiria's f...
Cast
Carolina Catena
Cabiria (Chlld)
Lidia Quaranta
Cabiria (Adult)
Gina Marangoni
Croessa
Dante Testa
Karthalo
Umberto Mozzato
Fulvio Axilla
Bartolomeo Pagano
Maciste
Raffaele di Napoli
Bodastoret - the Innkeeper
Emilio Vardannes
Hannibal
Edoardo Davesnes
Hasdrubal
Italia Almirante-Manzini
Sophonisba - Hasdrubal's Daughter
Alex Bernard
Siface "Syphax" - King of Cirta
Luigi Chellini
Scipione "Scipio" - the Consul
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Cabiria (1914), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Young Cabiria is kidnapped by pirates and sold as a slave in Carthage. Just as she's to be sacrificed to Moloch, Cabiria is rescued by Fulvius Axilla, a good-hearted Roman spy, and his powerful slave, Maciste. The trio are broken up as Cabiria is entrusted to a woman of noble birth. With Cabiria's fate unknown, Maciste punished for his heroism, and Fulvius sent away to fight for Rome, is there any hope of our heroes reuniting?
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Cabiria. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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