Netflix series about Cleopatra sparks controversy

The release of Netflix's docudrama series African Queens: Cleopatra has sparked a controversy over the skin-tone of the lead actress.

But do we know the actual heritage of the Queen of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt?

The BBC's Nyasha Michelle has spoken to British actress Adele James who plays Cleopatra in the series.

Produced and edited by Ameer Ahmed

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