Charlton Heston stars in this not too well-known version - at any rate in comparison with the more famous Marlon Brando film of Shakespeare's play - made in Britain but with a few top American stars in leading roles somewhat at variance with an array of notable British acting talent.

Jason Robards in particular seems ill-at-ease in the role of Brutus, but lovers of Shakespeare and good performances will find much that is rewarding.

Robert Vaughn makes a superbly sneaky Casca.