Ancient Roman entertainment was more than just bloody gladiator games! Learn about the Roman sports and Roman theater that ...

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This painting shaped the way modern society envisions the ancient Roman gladiator. But was it historically accurate?

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Ridley Scott weaponizes the once-in-a-lifetime theatrical talents of Denzel Washington to organize the Shakespearean downfall ...