Those About to Die

Those About to Die

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Those About to Die is an epic historical drama series that immerses viewers in the intricate and brutal world of ancient Rome's gladiatorial games. Developed by Robert Rodat and directed by Roland Emmerich and Marco Kreuzpaintner, the series premiered on July 18, 2024, on copyright in the United States and became available internationally on Amazon Prime Video on July 19, 2024.

Set in 79 A.D., the series portrays a Rome teetering on the edge of chaos. The aging Emperor Vespasian, portrayed by Anthony Hopkins, seeks to placate a restless and violent populace through grand spectacles and free sustenance. To this end, the construction of the Colosseum is underway, intended to host increasingly elaborate and bloodthirsty gladiatorial combats. Behind the scenes, various factions vie for power and influence:

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  Tenax: A bookmaker operating in the Circus Maximus, played by Iwan Rheon, who manipulates chariot races to his advantage.

  
  


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  Cala: Portrayed by Sara Martins, she is a wealthy merchant from Numidia on a quest to rescue her children, who have been enslaved and taken to Rome.

  
  


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  Titus and Domitian: The sons of Vespasian, enacted by Tom Hughes and Jojo Macari respectively, are embroiled in a fierce rivalry for succession, each employing their own schemes to ascend to power.

  
  

The narrative intricately weaves these personal stories against the backdrop of political machinations, societal unrest, and the relentless demand for entertainment that defined ancient Roman culture. shutdown123

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