---
title: "Agora"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/agora-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 26428
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 127
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Agora (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/agora-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Agora is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Mod Producciones, Himenóptero, Telecinco Cinema. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A philosopher battles faith and politics in a turbulent Alexandria."

### Why Watch
- Rich period setting of 4th‑century Alexandria
- Strong performances by Rachel Weisz and Max Minghella
- Thought‑provoking exploration of faith and science

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Historical context can be complex without prior knowledge
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG‑13, the film’s mature themes suit older teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, dramatic, intense, thoughtful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/agora-2009#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alejandro Amenábar
- **Networks / Studios**: Mod Producciones, Himenóptero, Telecinco Cinema

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rachel Weisz** as *Hypatia*
- **Max Minghella** as *Davus*
- **Oscar Isaac** as *Orestes*
- **Ashraf Barhom** as *Ammonius*
- **Michael Lonsdale** as *Theon*
- **Rupert Evans** as *Synesius*
- **Homayoun Ershadi** as *Aspasius*
- **Sami Samir** as *Cyril*
- **Richard Durden** as *Olympius*
- **Omar Mostafa** as *Isidorus*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central story of Agora?
It follows philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and her slave Davus as he struggles between love for her and the lure of freedom through Christianity.

### Q: When and where does the film take place?
The story is set in Alexandria, Egypt, in 391 A.D.

### Q: Who directed and wrote the film?
Alejandro Amenábar directed and co‑wrote the film with Mateo Gil.

### Q: Which actors star in the film?
The cast includes Rachel Weisz, Max Minghella, Oscar Isaac, and Ashraf Barhom.

### Q: What language is the film in and what is its rating?
Agora is an English‑language Spanish production and carries a PG‑13 rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Agora — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26428)
- [Agora (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agora_(film))
- [Agora (2009) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1186830/)
- [Agora (2009) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/241254-agora/prehled/)
- [Agora (2009) film • Filmožrouti.cz](https://www.filmozrout.cz/film/7255-agora/)
- [Agora - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agora)

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