JOURNAL ARTICLE

GLADIATOR.

  • Published In: All About History, 2025, n. 153. P. 81 1 of 2

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article from "All About History" discusses the historical accuracy of the movie "GLADIATOR II," directed by Ridley Scott. The film takes liberties with historical facts, such as the portrayal of characters like Lucilla, Lucius, and General Acacius. While the movie is set during the Roman conquest of Numidia in 46 BCE, it is believed to be actually set over 250 years later in 211 CE. The film also features real historical figures like Macrinus, Caracalla, and Geta, but takes creative liberties with their portrayals. The presence of sea battles in the Colosseum, as depicted in the movie, is a topic of debate among experts. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2025/03, Issue 153, p81
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Diplomacy and International Relations
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:183011465
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