Napoleon’s Controversial Egyptian Invasion Scene Defended By Ridley Scott

Director Ridley Scott defends the controversial Egyptian invasion scene in his new Napoleon movie. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, the historical epic follows the titular French leader’s rise and fall from power with a focus on his relationship with Empress Joséphine (Vanessa Kirby) and his many military campaigns. The movie depicts six of the battles that Napoleon fought, including the Siege of Toulon, 13 Vendémiaire, the Battle of Austerlitz, the Battle of Waterloo, and the Battle of the Pyramids in Egypt.