Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (French: Astérix et Obélix : Mission Cléopâtre), also known as Asterix and Obelix Meet Cleopatra, is a 2002 French/Italian fantasy comedy film written and directed by Alain Chabat and adapted from the comic book series Asterix by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. Popular animated hero Asterix and his faithful sidekick Obelix travel to ancient Egypt to help Cleopatra build a new summer home. Numerobis arrives in Gaul and convinces Getafix to embark with him to Alexandria. The English language subtitles for other markets are a straight translation of the French dialogue, with only the names changed to match the original English translation of the album. In order to help and protect the old Druid, Asterix and Obelix accompany him on his journey to Egypt. Summaries. Menu. Asterix falls in love with an Egyptian woman named Guimieukis (Noémie Lenoir). Based on the book Asterix and Cleopatra, which had previously been adapted into a 1968 animated film, it also acts as a sequel to the 1999 movie Asterix & Obelix Take On Caesar. Based on the book Asterix and Cleopatra, which had previously been adapted into a 1968 animated film, it also acts as a sequel to the 1999 movie Asterix & Obelix Take On Caesar. Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (2002) - IMDb. She vows (against all logic) to build a new palace for Caesar within three months. | A lamb is being fed to crocodiles and Numérobis is threatened with the same kind of death. After failing multiple times, Pyradonis finally decides to inform Caesar about the potion's use and the potential victory of Cleopatra. Directed by Alain Chabat. The dubbed dialogue uses some of the original English names, but the rest are either reused from the American English translation of the original album, or newly invented names. The film was directed by Alain Chabat and starred Gerard Depardieu, Christian Clavier and Monica Bellucci. The English script added many new jokes for the American audience, including more references to modern popular culture (Edifis continually calls Getafix a "droid", for example ; this pun was already hinted in the french version though, the actor playing Edifis being of north-african ascendance pushing on his distinctive accent to create a subtle confusion between "droid" and "druid"), and some changes in characterisation, most notably Obelix who appears far less stupid than usual. The Asterix Project is a FANDOM Comics Community. Since all her architects are either busy otherwise or too conservative in style, this ambiguous honour falls to an architect named Edifis/Numerobis (Jamel Debbouze). The dubbed dialogue uses some of the original English names, but the rest are either reused from the American English translation of the original album, or newly invented names. But just like the local pirates, he hasn't counted on Asterix and Obelix. Astérix and Obélix go to Egypt to help architect Numérobis who is building a palace for Cleopatra. Cleopatra arrives on the battlefield and reprimands Caesar's lack of sportsmanship. It was the most expensive French movie at that time. Cleopatra and Julius Caesar have made a bet, with Caesar wagering the project cannot be completed in a few weeks time. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. This is most notable among minor characters; the pirate crew, for example, are referred to by the names of famous rock and roll musicians (including John, Paul, George and Ringo) just before a cry of "let's rock and roll!". The book begins with an argument between Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, and Julius Caesar. Just click the "Edit page" button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the Synopsis submission guide. Caesar knows the Gauls (having failed to capture their village multiple times) and decides to besiege the construction site until Asterix, Obelix and Getafix surrender. He and his secretary Papyris discuss the druid Getafix (Panoramix in the original French), whose potion empowers its drinkers; and Numerobis goes in search of him. Synopsis Meanwhile, Pyradonis and Numerobis, both after drinking the potion, fight in the site until Numerobis finally wins the duel. A critical success, it was also a major box office success in France, becoming its most successful film in 36 years and second biggest commercial success of all time after 1966's La Grande Vadrouille. This is most notable among minor characters; the pirate crew, for example, are referred to by the names of famous rock and roll musicians (including John, Paul, George and Ringo) just before a cry of "let's rock and roll!". Once they arrive, they use the druid's magic potion to speed up the construction (with Cleopatra's permission), and Pyradonis realizes he must stop Numerobis from finishing the palace within the deadline by sabotage (such as getting Asterix, Obelix and Getafix lost in a pyramid, or framing them for Cleopatra's failed assassination). He is to build the palace and be covered in gold or, if not, his fate is to be eaten by crocodiles. In order to help and protect the old Druid, Asterix (Christian Clavier) and Obelix (Gérard Depardieu) accompany him on his journey to Egypt. This pun was already hinted at in the French version; the actor playing Edifis used his distinctive North-African accent to create a subtle confusion between "droid" and "druid"), and some changes in characterisation, most notably Obelix who appears far more intelligent than usual. Edifis/Numerobis's rival architect Artifis/Amonbofis (Gérard Darmon) tries to incite a rebellion among Edifis's workers. Infuriated by belittlements, Queen Cleopatra makes a deal with Julius Caesar: if the Egyptians build a palace at Alexandria, in three months, which is larger than Caesar's palace in Rome he must acknowledge that Egypt was the greatest of nations. It sold 14,557,020 tickets in France. To perform this task, Cleopatra hires the architect Numerobis, on pain of death and much to the dismay of Pyradonis, Cleopatra's customary architect. Numerobis, Papyris and the three Gallics defend the site and decide to inform Cleopatra of Caesar's actions. Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra, (Astérix & Obélix: Mission Cléopâtre), is a 2002 French film based on the comic book Astérix et Cléopatre by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. The English script added many new jokes for the American audience, including more references to modern popular culture (Edifis continually calls Getafix a "droid", for example. Miramax Films re-edited the film for an North American audience, cutting approximately 21 minutes and dubbing the movie into English using an American cast. It was the most expensive French movie at that time, before being beaten by A Very Long Engagement two years later. With Gérard Depardieu, Christian Clavier, Jamel Debbouze, Monica Bellucci. Since all her architects are either busy otherwise or too conservative in style, this ambivalent honor falls to Edifis. Cleopatra summons Edifis, who claims to be the best architect in Egypt. Taglines It might upset small children as well as animal-loving adults. | Astérix and Obélix go to Egypt to help architect Numérobis who is building a palace for Cleopatra. The Egyptian Queen Cleopatra bets against the Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar, that her people are still great, even if the times of the Pharaohs … With the help of a magic potion, Asterix comes to the rescue of the Queen of the Nile as Caesar and an angry architect plot against them. Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (French: Astérix et Obélix : Mission Cléopâtre), also known as Asterix and Obelix Meet Cleopatra, is a 2002 French/Italian fantasy comedy film written and directed by Alain Chabat and adapted from the comic book series Asterix by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. She promises Edifis that if he builds the palace on time he will be covered with gold; if he fails, he will be a meal for th…