10 filmów i seriali dla fanów ‘Those About to Die’

Opis: A grand-scale historical epic set in the Roman Empire, featuring chariot races, betrayal, and a quest for redemption. The story intertwines personal vengeance with broader historical events.

Fakt: Holds the record for most Academy Awards won by a single film, with 11 Oscars. The chariot race scene took three months to film and used 15,000 extras.

Opis: Epic historical drama set in ancient Rome, focusing on themes of revenge, honor, and political intrigue. Features intense gladiatorial combat and a protagonist rising from slavery to challenge the empire.

Fakt: Won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Russell Crowe. The film's iconic line 'Are you not entertained?' was improvised by Crowe.

Opis: Epic set during the Crusades, examining religious conflict, chivalry, and the defense of cities. Features grand siege battles and complex moral dilemmas.

Fakt: Director's cut is 45 minutes longer and significantly alters the story's depth. The siege of Jerusalem used hundreds of extras and practical effects.

Opis: A sweeping tale of war, heroism, and betrayal set in ancient Greece. The film showcases large-scale battles, legendary warriors, and the clash of empires.

Fakt: Brad Pitt trained for six months to prepare for his role as Achilles. The film's massive wooden horse prop was later donated to a museum in Malta.

Opis: Dramatization of political intrigue and power struggles in royal courts, featuring lavish costumes and sets. Focuses on the personal and political machinations of historical figures.

Fakt: Despite historical inaccuracies, the series was praised for its production values. Jonathan Rhys Meyers lost 20 pounds to portray the younger Henry VIII.

Opis: Historical adventure set in Roman Britain, following a soldier's quest to recover a lost emblem of honor. Explores themes of loyalty, cultural conflict, and military legacy.

Fakt: Based on Rosemary Sutcliff's novel 'The Eagle of the Ninth'. Filmed in Scotland and Hungary, with meticulous attention to historical detail in costumes and sets.

Opis: Medieval historical drama centered around a trial by combat, exploring themes of honor, justice, and gender dynamics. Features brutal, realistic combat sequences.

Fakt: Based on true events from 14th century France. The duel scene was filmed in a single take with actual horses and stunt performers.

Opis: Gritty historical drama depicting the political and social upheavals of ancient Rome. Blends personal stories with major historical events in a richly detailed setting.

Fakt: One of the most expensive TV series ever made at the time, with a budget of $100 million for the first season. Many sets were later reused for other productions.

Opis: Bloody and visceral portrayal of gladiatorial combat and slave rebellion in ancient Rome. Focuses on the brutality of the arena and the struggle for freedom.

Fakt: Originally developed as a sequel to the 2004 film 'Alexander'. The series was filmed in New Zealand using many of the same sets from 'Xena: Warrior Princess'.

Opis: Historical drama set during the Viking invasions of England, following a warrior torn between two cultures. Features intense battle sequences and political maneuvering.

Fakt: Based on Bernard Cornwell's 'The Saxon Stories' novels. The production used authentic locations across Hungary and Wales to stand in for 9th century England.