“Part 1 Cleopatra Choose one of the modern representations of Cleopatra in film or TV. How far is this consistent with Roman depictions of her in Book 1, Chapter 1? Word Count – 532 TMA 01 Part B Christopher Marlowe, Doctor Faustus Read the following passage from Marlowes Doctor Faustus. Discuss Marlowes use of language in the passage and how it contributes to the characterization of Faustus and the Horse-Courser. Word Count – 472”

Firstly the Romans portrayal of Cleopatra could come across as biased due to the fact that during the battle of Actium Cleopatra was defeated. This left Octavians prevail of her to write history. Cleopatra was described as someone who captivated the two greatest Romans of her time (Cassius Duo, c.164, in Fear, 2008, p.7) Throughout the Romans insight we see Cleopatra as a lover, ally and bitter enemy to Julius Caesar, Mark Antony and Octavian. The power of Cleopatra is made apparent and Romans suggest that she was manipulative towards men and wanted authority and control. As well as this grand status we also see a display of exotic wealth and luxury.

The modern day image of Cleopatra has been reinvented throughout the era. Observing Paramount Pictures Cleopatra (1934) although still perceived as a historical figure it is apparent that Cleopatra is also becoming more of a bra…(short extract)