Maximus negotiating an endorsement deal for olive oil in ‘Gladiator’ illustrates a historical truth: ancient athletes were endorsers, despite the modern audience's disbelief.
A paradox is presented where truth must not only be accurate but believable. Our historical context shapes how we perceive reality and accept certain stories.
The 'Tiffany Effect' highlights how historical facts may be dismissed as unrealistic, showing the challenge in presenting true history that feels credible to modern viewers.
Jo Walton’s term, ‘Tiffany Effect’, captures the struggle of expressing genuine historical truths that seem anachronistic to today’s audience, regardless of their factual accuracy.
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