Asterix vs. Caesar

1985 1h 19m FR

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6.5

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6.8

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★6.5TMDB · 663★6.8IMDB · 11,324

ComedyAnimationFamilyAdventure

Synopsis

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Obelix falls for a new arrival in his home village in Gaul, but is heartbroken when her true love arrives to visit her. However, the lovers are kidnapped by Romans; Asterix and Obelix set out to rescue them on a dangerous journey that will involve gladiators, slavers and beauracracy - and a personal encounter with the Emperor himself, Julius Caesar...

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Roger Carel
Astérix (voice)
Pierre Tornade
Obélix (voice)
Pierre Mondy
Caius (voice)
Serge Sauvion
César (voice)
Henri Labussière
Panoramix (voice)
Roger Lumont
Briseradius (voice)
Michel Barbey
(voice)
Patrick Préjean
(voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Gaëtan Brizzi
Writers: Pierre Tchernia, Nobby Clark, Andy Knight
Languages: French
Countries: France

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RUNTIME

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Tight 79-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.

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ERA

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41 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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3 / 8

CINEMA

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Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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4 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Directed by Gaëtan Brizzi, shot by Philippe Lainé. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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5 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Original score by Vladimir Cosma. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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6 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Editor Monique Isnardon shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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7 / 8

CAST

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Roger Carel and Pierre Tornade and Pierre Mondy carry the top of the cast.

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8 / 8

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0088748 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Gaëtan Brizzi directs. Philippe Lainé behind the camera. Vladimir Cosma scores. Monique Isnardon cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in France. Dialogue in French.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

1Tight 79-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.
241 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
3Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
4Directed by Gaëtan Brizzi, shot by Philippe Lainé. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Original score by Vladimir Cosma. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
6Editor Monique Isnardon shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Roger Carel and Pierre Tornade and Pierre Mondy carry the top of the cast.
8IMDB entry: tt0088748 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
9Classified under 16 themes, including "hero", "gladiator", "rome, italy", "arena".
10Released under 23 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Cinematography: Philippe Lainé
Original score: Vladimir Cosma
Editing: Monique Isnardon
Runtime: 79 min · 1h 19m
Status: Released
Original language: FR
Certification (US): G
IMDB: Asterix vs. Caesar (1985)
IMDB rating: 6.8/10 · 11,324 votes
MPAA: Not Rated

Awards

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Part of

Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection

The Asterix and Obelix Animation Collection is a delightful compilation of animated films featuring the beloved Gaulish heroes, Asterix and Obelix. Based on the popular French comic book series created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, the collection takes you on a journey through the duo's adventures as they resist the Roman Empire's occupation of Gaul. With their superhuman strength and wit, they protect their village from various threats, providing humor and excitement for the whole family.