[Borges]

It is campy and Charlton Heston is a rather Aryan looking Moses. :-) However, a four hour movie that isn't boring for a minute is an achievement in and of itself. DeMille's showmanship and storytelling savvy is sorely lacking these days. It's twice as long as Gladiator and goes by twice as fast. And you have to love Edward G. Robinson's 'Brooklyn-born Ancient Israelite' schtick.

[EveningStar]

a four hour movie that isn't boring for a minute is an achievement in and of itself

That is what has always amazed me about this film. I agree with you.

[HairOfTheDog]

I don't think it's campy! Some of the sets look like matte paintings, but I sortof expect that in a movie of that era. You're right, it's not ever boring, no matter how many times I've seen it.

[decal]

"Charlton Heston is a rather Aryan looking Moses."

Ever seen the silent version (also directed by DeMille)? Chuck is practically a caricature Semite compared to Theodore Roberts ;)

Nevertheless, I may actually prefer the earlier 10 C - 2 hours shorter and it has a modern-day story illustrating what happens to those who don't keep the Commandments.