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Post by Leanne on Mar 1, 2009 1:36:08 GMT -5
The Ides of March (Latin: Idus Martias) is the name of the date 15 March in the Roman calendar. The term ides was used for the 15th day of the months of March, May, July, and October, and the 13th day of the other eight months.[1] In Roman times, the Ides of March was a festive day dedicated to the god Mars and a military parade was usually held. In modern times, the term Ides of March is best known as the date that Julius Caesar was assassinated, in 44 BC, the story of which was famously dramatised in William Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar.WIKI Join me in re-watching Rome the Series .... Im starting episode one tonight Calling all Romans LOL we need to beef up this section of the board so please while out on the internet have a look for any interesting info about this production....
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Post by Leanne on Mar 1, 2009 7:11:44 GMT -5
(BBC Press Release)
Ciaran Hinds, Kevin McKidd and Lindsay Duncan head a cast of top British acting talent in Rome, the BBC/HBO blockbuster epic drama series that chronicles the rise of the ancient Roman Empire through the eyes of two foot soldiers.
Ciaran Hinds stars as Gaius Julius Caesar, the battle-weary commander of Rome's conquering army in Gaul and Kevin KcKidd is Lucius Vorenus, one of the two foot soldiers around whom the drama unfolds.
Ray Stevenson is the headstrong legionary Titus Pullo, Vorenus's battlefield cohort; James Purefoy is Mark Antony, one of Caesar's powerful political allies; Lindsay Duncan is Servilia, the lover of Caesar and mother of Brutus; Polly Walker is the powerful, manipulative and sexy Atia, Caesar's niece; Kerry Condon is Octavia, the daughter of Atia, who is forced to choose duty over love; Ben Whishaw is Gaius Octavian, who becomes the first Emperor of Rome and Indira Varma is Niobe, Vorenus's stunningly beautiful wife.
Rome is a co-production between the BBC and HBO. The 12-part series begins shooting in Rome this month, with Michael Apted directing the first three episodes.
Production will be based at Rome's Cinecitta Studios, where a five-acre set is currently being built.
Additional location filming will take place throughout Europe and North Africa.
The lead writer is English screen-writer Bruno Heller, who is also an executive producer on the drama.
Adrian Hodges (Charles II, The Power And The Passion) is a co-writer.
The project is a cross-genre collaboration for the BBC, with Jonathan Stamp, an executive producer for history and archaeology, as a consultant on the series.
Stamp's recently acclaimed programme Colosseum, has been nominated for a Bafta.
Jana Bennett, BBC Director of Television, says: "This is one of the most ambitious drama projects I have come across and its epic scale is inspiring. We have not attempted to bring the ancient world to life since the seminal series I, Claudius, so this one was too hard to resist.
"Forging such a strong creative partnership with HBO, one of the world's most respected drama producers, is part of the BBC's role as both a catalyst and an enabler for exciting new projects.
"Audiences around the world can look forward to a landmark piece of great television."
Gareth Neame, Head of Drama Commissioning, says: "We are delighted to be working with celebrated director Michael Apted on this landmark series and we're impressed with the high-calibre line up of British acting talent that Michael is assembling, alongside British writers such as Bruno Heller and Adrian Hodges."
The first series of 12 episodes is planned to be broadcast on the BBC in the UK and on HBO in 2005.
Rome, the saga of two ordinary Roman soldiers and their families, looks at the birth of the Roman Empire through the eyes of ordinary citizens, as well as famous historical figures such as Julius Caesar, Mark Antony and Rome's first Emperor, Octavian.
It is an intimate drama of love and betrayal, masters and slaves, husbands and wives, and portrays a fascinating and influential period of history - the birth of a modern society as we know it today - and brings the audience vividly into everyday Roman life.
Chris Albrecht, Chairman and CEO of HBO, says: "This intriguing saga of ancient Rome is both a fascinating historical epic that offers insights into the foundations of the modern world, and a story of timeless passions with contemporary resonance."
"Like HBO," he added, "the BBC has a strong tradition of success in projects of this massive scope. Our unprecedented partnership on this exciting series will result in memorable entertainment."
Jane Tranter, BBC Controller of Drama Commissioning, says: "We've been developing this project with HBO for some time and we're delighted that Rome has now come to fruition as our first co-production.
"Rome is a powerful story and, alongside The Lost Prince, State of Play, Canterbury Tales, Charles II, Hustle and Gunpowder, Treason And Plot, is another example of our ambition to create the boldest, most original and engaging events on television."
The series begins in 52 BC, as Gaius Julius Caesar has completed his masterful conquest of Gaul after eight years of war, and is preparing to return to Rome.
He heads home with thousands of battle-hardened men and a populist agenda for radical social change.
Terrified, the aristocracy threatens to prosecute Caesar for war crimes as soon as he sets foot in Rome.
Caesar's old friend and mentor, Pompey Magnus, attempts to foment mutiny in order to maintain the balance of power.
Two of Caesar's soldiers, Lucius Vorenus and Titus Pullo, thwart Pompey's plan.
Their fates become entwined with those of Caesar, Mark Antony, Cleopatra, and the boy Octavian, a strange and awkward child who, by political guile and bloody force, will become the first Emperor of Rome.
Rome is the first series co-production between the BBC and HBO, who previously co-produced the acclaimed serial Band Of Brothers, which won the 2002 Emmy Award for Outstanding Miniseries.
It is executive produced by Bruno Heller, William J MacDonald, John Milius and Anne Thomopoulos for HBO, and Gareth Neame, BBC Head of Drama Commissioning, for the BBC.
The co-executive producer is Frank Doelger; the producer is Marco Pugini; co-producers are Robert Papazian and James Hirsch.
Additional writers of Rome will be Alexandra Cunningham, David Frankel, John Milius and William J MacDonald.
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Post by Leanne on Mar 1, 2009 7:12:46 GMT -5
'Rome' Cast and preview
Rome is the saga of two ordinary Roman soldiers and their families. An intimate drama of love and betrayal, masters and slaves, and husbands and wives, it chronicles epic times that saw the fall of a republic and the creation of an empire. The series begins in 51 BC, as Gaius Julius Caesar has completed his masterful conquest of Gaul after eight years of war, and is preparing to return to Rome. He heads home with thousands of loyal battle-hardened men, huge amounts of loot in gold and slaves, and a populist agenda for radical social change. Terrified, the aristocracy threatens to prosecute Caesar for war crimes as soon as he sets foot in Rome. Caesar's old friend and mentor, Pompey Magnus, attempts to foment mutiny in order to maintain the balance of power. Two of Caesar's soldiers, Lucius Vorenus and Titus Pullo, thwart Pompey's plan and in the process, win the eternal gratitude of Caesar and the Julian clan, affording the two plebian officers an intimate view of the ruling class. The fates of Pullo and Vorenus become entwined with those of Caesar, Mark Antony, Cleopatra and the boy Octavian, a strange and awkward child who, by political guile and bloody force, will become the first emperor of Rome.
A BBC (I, Claudius) and HBO (the Sopranos) co-production. (co-produced - Band of Brothers)
Filmed in Rome at Cinecitta Studios and on location around Europe.
Scheduled for release, Fall of 2005.
Production Team
Executive Producer/Lead Writer - Bruno Heller [Touching Evil (2004), The Huntress (2000), The Expendables (2000)]
Director (3 Episodes) - Michael Apted [Heaven's Prisoner's/Blink (2004), Enigma (2002)]
Writers - John Milius, Paolo Tiberti, Alexandra Cunningham, David Frankel, Adrian Hodges, William J. MacDonald
Character - Actor - Partial Credits.
Gaius Julius Caesar - Ciaran Hinds [Phantom of the Opera (2003), Sum of All Fears (2002), Mary Reilly (1996)]
Lucius Vorenus (one main character, a soldier) - Kevin McKidd [Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Max (2002), Dog Soldiers (2002)]
Titus Pullo (one main character, a soldier) - Ray Stevenson [King Arthur (2004)]
Servilia (Caesar's lover, and mother of Brutus) - Lindsay Duncan [Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
Marc Antony - James Purefoy [Blessed (2004), Resident Evil (2002)]
Atia (Caesar's Niece) - Polly Walker [Eye See You (2002)]
Octavia (Atia's daughter) - Kerry Condon [Ned Kelly (2004)]
Octavian (Atia's husband) - Aaron Johnson [Shanghai Knights (2003)]
Gaius Octavian (the eventual Augustus) - Max Pirkis
Niobe (Vorenus' wife) - Indira Varma [Bride and Prejudice (2005)]
Marcus Junius Brutus - Tobias Menzies
Marcus Porcius Cato - Karl Johnson
Marcus Tullius Cicero - David Bamber
Gnaus Pompey Magnus - Kenneth Cranham
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Post by singer201 on Mar 1, 2009 13:51:50 GMT -5
I'm currently rewatching Rome with all the bells and whistles of audio commentary and historical notes. This is the second time through, and I'm much better able to keep all the characters and their relationships straight, so I'm understanding more of the story this time. I'm one who usually is still finding new things on the fifth repeat of a series or movie, so I'm sure I'll be watching the whole thing several more times before the year is out.
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Post by MarryMeOwen on Mar 1, 2009 15:41:07 GMT -5
ha I also started re watching from Season one even though I rewatched in December LOL it never gets old, though Ihave to say i'm now very into The Virgin Queen, was up untli 3am last night watching. Its great esp if you are used to the Cate Blanchett film Elizabeth.
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Post by georgeseurat on Mar 1, 2009 16:14:04 GMT -5
Just bought Rome S2 box set (S1 is out of stock ), and watched the whole thing in two days. Fantastic! I think Kevin did much better than Ray and James in the film because his character requires very subtle yet complex performances. Ray is brilliant too, but his character is more lovable. Mark Antony of course is also another complex character, but imo it is easier to play than Vorenus because you don't need to be too subtle for the character. Anyway, this series is really good overall. I'm going to buy back S1!
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Post by georgeseurat on Mar 1, 2009 16:19:32 GMT -5
I have to say i'm now very into The Virgin Queen, was up untli 3am last night watching. Its great esp if you are used to the Cate Blanchett film Elizabeth. Just watched all his parts in The Virgin Queen. He's good as usual, but really not much for him to be seen imo. I'm more into Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot, because you can see more of him , and I love his character (so loyal and romantic, kind of like Owen ;D). Really, I cannot imagine he actually played both the husband and the potential husband of Mary, Queen of Scot! ;D
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Post by Leanne on Mar 1, 2009 16:27:38 GMT -5
Kewl guys lets get back on topic and Rome is the order of the day but would love to see your reviews of those moves on the past/bbc board George I got to see Season 1 from Blockbusters and if I have it here you guys will definitely be able to hire it in the US Ive just popped in Episode one of Season one and since some of you have already watched and re watched I'm opening a thread for your opinions .....
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Post by georgeseurat on Mar 1, 2009 21:24:48 GMT -5
George I got to see Season 1 from Blockbusters and if I have it here you guys will definitely be able to hire it in the US Just bought it. I think Target shipped back some of them after I asked them on Friday.
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Post by eyessoblue23 on Mar 2, 2009 0:02:16 GMT -5
Just finished Season One last night! I cried sooo hard at the end of the last episode! Can't wait to start Season Two tonight!
Oh yeah, and it's snowing like crazy here in Virginia!
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Post by georgeseurat on Mar 2, 2009 22:28:20 GMT -5
Finished! It's kind of weird by watching Season 2 first and then Season 1, but man, this is one spectacular series! And I love Kevin even more after watching this! He really can deliver messages just by his eyes (I can even feel his pain)! How can he not nominated anything by this role? This is insame!
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Post by Leanne on Mar 3, 2009 2:15:03 GMT -5
Im starting on Episode 2 of season 1 tonight love it if you guys would crit the episodes..... you can by all means open a thread for the episode you are on as I am doing..... I would love to add a few reviews to the scrapbook so please guys cant just be all me.
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Post by georgeseurat on Mar 3, 2009 2:58:58 GMT -5
Can I review the series as a whole? To me, the whole series is one big collaboration. I simply cannot review just one episode without talking about other episodes.
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Post by Leanne on Mar 3, 2009 3:08:46 GMT -5
absolutely George please do
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Post by Leanne on Mar 7, 2009 12:54:26 GMT -5
Watching episode 3 tonight
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Post by TeamMcKidd on Mar 19, 2009 23:43:28 GMT -5
you guys are great! i look forward to chatting with you all about Rome this Saturday! I will only be able to stay on an hour in chat (surprise visit from mom for birthday so I'll be off to the airport!), but definitely keep the conversation going! I'm excited!
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Post by TeamMcKidd on Mar 21, 2009 22:05:07 GMT -5
I apologize that I had a last-minute situation that kept me from being an administrator in chat this afternoon; my mother's flight arrived earlier than planned & then her luggage was detained, unfortunately. So we spent an inordinate amount of time waiting around. I hope that you all had a wonderful time interacting with other fans from the boards & would love to know a breakdown of some of the discussion, if anyone recalls. Once again, my sincerest apologies & I truly look forward to more board interaction & our next chat session. ~kat
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Post by Leanne on Mar 28, 2009 4:28:01 GMT -5
The name of March comes from ancient Rome, when March was the first month of the year and named Martius after Mars, the Roman god of war. In Rome, where the climate is Mediterranean, March is the first month of spring, a logical point for the beginning of the year as well as the start of the military campaign season.well we are moving to the end of our March madness...... Im up to episode 5 of Rome some have reviewed Season 1 and if you would like to hopefully you can review season 2 in the last few days of March.... thanks to those who took the time to join in..... see you at the Chat on Sunday
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Post by cl3me on May 10, 2009 22:41:23 GMT -5
I didn't get my Rome DVD's in time to participate in this, but if there are plans to revive the romathon count me in....perhaps during the summer while we wait for season 6 of Grey's?
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Post by Leanne on May 11, 2009 2:17:14 GMT -5
oh yes thats a definite
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