Cold War themes? Maybe. De Mille himself made a hint at the beggining of the movie. Which is incorrect is the pretense of some people that the movie represents early Arab-ISraeli conflict. Ramses' Egypt that is portrayed on the film is very different from Nasser Pan-Arabist Middle Eastern power; besides, Midianites are portrayed as monotheistic Arabs (word "Arab" is not used, but they are called "Bedouins" and their father Ishmael is mentioned at least three times). This is different from the Bible, where Ishmaelites and Midianites are separate tribes.
Overall this is an awesome movie. It was kinda long, like 4 hours or something around there. Based on the bible story, this movie has great actors and sets. The only things that I think might not be appropriate are
some scenes might be scary for younger children
At the party when they are dancing around the calf
Nefertari's dress is a little see through in one scene.
one use of hell
This movie is religious. But overall, a MUST SEE.
whats funny is the failed animation of fire.... you'll see when you watch it...:)