A Brief History of the Roman Epic in the Movies part 4

[Prospro8]

Why do American commentators always call Fellini's 'Satyricon' perverse? You can't have it both ways. It's based on Petronius' book, but also on Fellini's interior life and alchemical symbolism. This is one that deserves to be taken seriously. You're pretending the Hollywood versions are symplistic and sensationalised, yet you're calling it 'perverse' when someone gets it right. Stylised, it atill conveys a genuine feel. Accuracy is only a maguffin in serious art. They aren't ABOUT Rome.

[MARTINKUK1]

Thank you for stating about the significance of SPARTACUS....yes, it is more realistic and more captivating.