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fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Film

Viking warfare expert rates 11 Viking battles in movies and TV

William Short reviews historical portrayals of Viking combat in films and TV, providing insights into their accuracy and cultural significance.
fromVulture
5 months ago
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The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Film

Viking warfare expert rates 11 Viking battles in movies and TV

William Short reviews historical portrayals of Viking combat in films and TV, providing insights into their accuracy and cultural significance.
fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
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France news
fromInverse
1 month ago

34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To Life

Napoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debate

Assassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episode

Assassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Video games

Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed Shadows

Karl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
France news
fromInverse
1 month ago

34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To Life

Napoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debate

Assassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episode

Assassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Video games

Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed Shadows

Karl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
more#video-games
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
1 month ago

AI-Generated Content Could Displace History Creators On YouTube

AI-generated content could displace skilled historians and educators, leading to historical inaccuracies and biases in society.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

New Medieval Books: Authentically Medieval - Medievalists.net

The book explores how authors reconcile historical accuracy with creative storytelling in depicting the Middle Ages.
Berlin music
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mozart's true face is revealed for the first time in 230 YEARS

Mozart's likeness has been reconstructed from his skull, potentially solving the mystery of his appearance.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'

Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Warfare experts rate 13 'Lord of the Rings' battles for realism

Expert analysis reveals the practicality of combat scenes in The Lord of the Rings vs. actual historical accuracy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'

Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Warfare experts rate 13 'Lord of the Rings' battles for realism

Expert analysis reveals the practicality of combat scenes in The Lord of the Rings vs. actual historical accuracy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

The hair, the voice, the casual cruelty they nailed it!' Bob Dylan experts rate A Complete Unknown

Hollywood portrayals of Bob Dylan's early life raise questions about accuracy and authenticity, even as Timothee Chalamet's performance impresses fans.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
DC food

Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.

Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

The hair, the voice, the casual cruelty they nailed it!' Bob Dylan experts rate A Complete Unknown

Hollywood portrayals of Bob Dylan's early life raise questions about accuracy and authenticity, even as Timothee Chalamet's performance impresses fans.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
DC food

Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.

Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
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fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to Dress Nosferatu's Rotting, Fabulous Vampire

The film highlights an innovative portrayal of a vampire, emphasizing decay and historical authenticity in costume design.
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fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its Own

Historical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.
'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
fromArchitectural Digest
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its Own

Historical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.
'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
fromArchitectural Digest
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
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fromOpen Culture
6 months ago
Online learning

Watch the Original Nosferatu, the Classic German Expressionist Vampire Film, Before the New Remake Arrives This December

Robert Eggers' adaptation of Nosferatu focuses on historical authenticity, presenting Count Orlok as a genuine depiction of a dead Transylvanian nobleman.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

So how do you 'accurately' speak English in ancient Rome?

Accents in historical films are sparking online debates as Gladiator II's trailer featuring Denzel Washington's accent in ancient Rome prompts scrutiny.
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