The Mystery of Cleopatra

The last queen of Egypt, a brilliant strategist and accomplished polyglot, she has marked the collective imagination like no other female figure. The Institut du Monde Arabe proposes to travel back in time to understand how this woman of power became an eternal icon. From June 11, 2025 to January 12, 2026, the institution sheds light on the multiple faces of the pharaoh, oscillating between historical truth and romantic myths. The journey analyzes how her image was shaped through the centuries, from Roman propaganda to Hollywood blockbusters. One perceives the political intelligence of a queen who stood up to Rome, while observing the evolution of the artistic representations that have survived her. This major cultural event offers an unprecedented perspective on the lasting influence of her destiny, far beyond usual legends.