The 10 Commandments

⁣The Ten Commandments (1956) is an epic historical drama directed by Cecil B. DeMille that brings the biblical story of Moses to life in a grand and unforgettable way. Starring Charlton Heston as Moses and Yul Brynner as Pharaoh Rameses II, the film chronicles Moses’ journey from a prince of Egypt to the deliverer of the Hebrew people. With stunning visuals, groundbreaking special effects for its time—such as the iconic parting of the Red Sea—and a powerful musical score, the movie remains a cinematic classic. A tale of faith, freedom, and divine law, The Ten Commandments continues to inspire generations with its dramatic retelling of one of the most enduring stories in history.

⁣⚠ Content Warnings

Sexual & Romantic Content

- Moses and Nefretiri share a passionate relationship and exchange deep kisses.
- After Moses is banished, Rameses marries Nefretiri, who confesses she could never love him—Rameses is indifferent.
⁣- Baka lusts after a Hebrew woman, Lilia, and attempts to force himself on her. Dathan manipulates her into marriage for his own gain.
⁣- Moses later marries Sephora, finding a love rooted in character and spiritual connection.
⁣- A sensual atmosphere is shown during the worship of the golden calf, with scantily clad dancers and bathing scenes revealing bare legs and some cleavage.
- Shirtless men appear throughout the film.

Violent Content

- Pharaoh orders the murder of Israelite newborns; we see the aftermath with a bloodied sword.
- Nefretiri murders a maid by throwing her from a balcony.
- Moses kills Baka.
- A Hebrew is slain by a flying cleaver.
- The ten plagues culminate in the death of Egypt’s firstborns, followed by screams of mourning.
- The Red Sea collapses on Pharaoh’s army.
- God opens the earth to swallow idolaters.
- Moses defends Jethro’s daughters in a skirmish.
- Slaves are whipped; people are nearly stoned or crushed.

Crude or Profane Language

- One use of "h—."
- Characters use colorful insults like “lying adder,” “old frog,” and “a rat’s ears.”

Drug & Alcohol Content

- Wine is consumed during revelry, with a woman pouring it into a man’s mouth.
- Wine is referenced in other scenes.

• Stars

  Charlton Heston, Yul Brynner, Anne Baxter

• Producer

  Cecil B. DeMille

• Release

  1956

• Country

  United States

• Quality

  DVDScr

• Category

  Retellings