TrashA Posted June 29, 2005 Report Share Posted June 29, 2005 (edited) There is this new show on ABC, called EMPIRE. Its about octavian and how he becomes the 1st emperor. You guys should ckeck it out.I watch the 1st 2 shows, and they are VERY good. Lots of history, and some historical errors . its worth the watch. Plus, its filmed in rome and italian countryside, and the scenery is WOW . Edited June 29, 2005 by TrashA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paal_101 Posted June 29, 2005 Report Share Posted June 29, 2005 Saw that too, not bad Colm Feore is an excellent Caesar. Needless to say armor and weapons are screwed up, as well as history, but it is quite entertaining Notice that Vicent Regan plays Marc Anthony, better known for Eudorus from Troy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tutankhamun Posted June 29, 2005 Report Share Posted June 29, 2005 Yea!I recorded it on the TIVO. I'm gonna enjoy watching it tomorrow skipping through commercials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caesar Posted June 30, 2005 Report Share Posted June 30, 2005 I unfortunatly missed it for pool-related reasons, but I hope to see the second episode next week. Can anyone give me the sypnosis of the pilot episode? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tutankhamun Posted June 30, 2005 Report Share Posted June 30, 2005 It sorta followed along with the events in the play Julius Caesar, but with some changes of course.Caesar was killed, Tyrranus wants to keep his word to protect Caesar's heir, Octavius, and they these other gladiators go after them to kill him. They found Caesar's will. Much more happened in it though, that was just a real brief summary from what I remember.Empire, the epic six-hour summer drama series, filmed entirely in Rome and South Central Italy, focuses on Julius Caesar's nephew, Octavius, who is forced into exile after Caesar's murder, and a fictional disgraced gladiator, Tyrannus, who has sworn to protect him.The time is 44 B.C. and the Conqueror Julius Caesar returns from triumphs in Spain to a neglected Republic and a corrupt Senate drunk with power. Though he's hailed as a hero by the masses, the Senate is wary of Caesar's plans that might place him in a position of ultimate power. Brutus and Cassius try to enlist the help of Marc Antony in overthrowing Caesar, but Antony is loyal to Caesar and refuses. A terrible conflict looms and the fate of an empire will fall to one man - a gladiator named Tyrannus.Tyrannus , Rome's finest warrior, is undefeated in the arena and considered a champion among men. A slave since he was a young man, Tyrannus impresses Caesar with his fighting prowess and his popularity, and with his dedication to Rome. Caesar offers him freedom in return for his service and friendship. However the Senate puts up a vicious fight for power and manages to separate Caesar from Tyrannus' protective grasp by sending the gladiator to one last match to the death. Cassius and Brutus have Tyrannus' son, Piso, kidnapped. Tyrannus rushes to his son's rescue and kills the kidnappers, only to realize that the abduction is a diversion. He hurries to Caesar's side, but it is too late. His absence results in Brutus successfully leading a group of conspirators in assassinating the great conqueror. As he is drawing his last breath, Caesar swears Tyrannus to an oath to protect his successor, Octavius, his 18-year-old nephew.Tyrannus and Octavius are forced into exile to protect the young man from those who want to sever Caesar's bloodline once and for all. They are joined by Agrippa, a young soldier, and by Camane, a Vestal Virgin from the powerful religious Order whose members are being hunted down for trying to save Octavius. Together they will help Octavius fulfill his destiny. He leaves Rome an impetuous boy, but will Octavius return as Emperor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrashA Posted July 26, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 series ENDS tonight. dont miss it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caesar Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 I have watched all the episodes except the first one. Its a very good series, but not very historicaly accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titus Ultor Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 I've TiVoed and watched all of them. The lack of any historical accuracy, especially in the later episodes, makes me cringe a little; but to have any show regarding Ancient Rome on network TV is cool enough to allow me to like the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paal_101 Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 I agree Cory The last two episodes had me grimacing. Combat dungeon? Beast-commanding gladiator/assassian? A chicken boy instead of the battle-hardened young man of history? But it is fun in its own way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caesar Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 The final episode was good, besides the utter lack of historical accuracy. I thought this show was supposed to be about Octavius's rise to power and the founding of the Roman Empire, but Octavius didnt really take charge until he had returned to Rome after defeating Antony and Cleopatra, but they didnt show that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrashA Posted July 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 i heard rumors that they might extend it into another "series". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tutankhamun Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 It seemed kinda short to me. What were there, 4 or 6 episodes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uppy Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Is it like a documentary? Or is it a real movie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tutankhamun Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Its a mini series that was on ABC for the past month or so.Not quite a documentary, but it was entertaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion_13 Posted July 29, 2005 Report Share Posted July 29, 2005 it hasnt even started in australia. just adds the last month or so saying that is "coming soon" in other words next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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