Tanzania 1989 100th Anniversary of Cinema - The Ten Commandments
Tanzania · 1989 · 1000 Tanzanian Shillings
This stamp features a dramatic depiction of Moses receiving the Ten Commandments, referencing the iconic 1923 silent film 'The Ten Commandments' and its star, Theodore Roberts. It was issued to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Cinema.
Issued in 1989, this stamp celebrates the centenary of cinema, specifically highlighting early cinematic interpretations of biblical stories. It pays homage to Cecil B. DeMille's groundbreaking 1923 film 'The Ten Commandments' and the actor Theodore Roberts, who portrayed Moses.
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