Messalina, Tigrane, Egle, Ennius Arrest of Ennius
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Messalina, Tigrane, Egle, Ennius Arrest of Ennius
Silent Movie Film, Messalina or The Fall of an Empress 1923, Tigrane, Egle, Ennius Arrest of Ennius
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Messalina, Tigrane, and Egle: The Triangle of Power and Betrayal in 'Messalina or The Fall of an Empress' (1923) This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a pivotal moment from the 1923 silent film, 'Messalina or The Fall of an Empress.' The image portrays the arrest of the renowned Roman poet, Quintus Ennius (played by actor Henry A. Barrows), as he is seized by the Roman soldiers at the command of the seductive and power-hungry Empress Messalina (played by actress Blanche Sweet). Flanking Messalina are her trusted advisors, Tigrane (played by actor Creighton Hale) and Egle (played by actress Doris Pawn). Messalina's reign as empress had been marked by her insatiable desire for power and pleasure. Her scandalous affairs with numerous men, including her own husband's soldiers, had brought her immense infamy. Ennius, a loyal and respected figure in Roman society, had unknowingly become a threat to her rule when he wrote a scathing satire about her debauchery. In this scene, Tigrane and Egle, two of Messalina's most trusted confidants, have betrayed Ennius by revealing his satire to the empress. Enraged, Messalina orders her soldiers to arrest Ennius and bring him before her for punishment. The photograph captures the moment of Ennius' arrest, as he is taken away in shock and disbelief, leaving the viewer to ponder the treacherous nature of those closest to the seat of power. This photograph is a testament to the intrigue, betrayal, and power struggles that defined the court of the infamous Roman empress Messalina. It serves as a reminder of the dangers of crossing those in power and the complex web of alliances and betrayals that can shape history.
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