![]() Despite a generally negative reception, the film has gained notoriety as a cult classic with significant merit for its political content and historical portrayal. Different abridged versions were released worldwide, while its uncut form remains banned in several countries. Initially released to Italian cinemas in 1979, then screened in America the following year, Caligula was met with legal issues and controversies over its violent and sexual content. ![]() Financier producer Bob Guccione, founder of Penthouse magazine, engaged Giancarlo Lui to film post-production scenes featuring hardcore sex, significantly altering the film's tone and style. Original screenwriter Gore Vidal and film director Tinto Brass both disavowed the extensive changes to their contributions, with Brass dismissed prior to editing. The film stars Malcolm McDowell (who also co-wrote the film) in the title role, alongside Teresa Ann Savoy, Helen Mirren, Peter O'Toole, John Steiner, and John Gielgud. ![]() Caligula ( Italian: Caligola) is a 1979 erotic historical drama film about the rise and fall of controversial Roman emperor Caligula.
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