Agora (2009)

A historical drama set in Roman Egypt, concerning philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and her relationship with her slave Davus, who is torn between his love for her and the possibility of gaining his freedom by joining the rising tide of Christianity.

Genres: Adventure, Drama, History

What to watch after Agora

• Of Gods and Men (2010) — Same feel: serious, dramatic
• Goya's Ghosts (2006)
• The English Patient (1996) — Same subject: egypt
• The Mummy (1999) — Same subject: egypt
• Barabbas (1961) — Same subject: roman empire, christianity
• Amistad (1997) — Same subject: historical figure