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Small Historically Accurate Details in 'Gladiator'

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Gladiator's historical accuracy shines in surprisingly specific details, despite the film's more prominent anachronisms.
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  • The film accurately depicts the Imperial Aquila, the iconic Roman eagle standard that symbolized the legions, down to its precise design.
  • Gladiator's depiction of Roman battle formations, with soldiers tightly packed in ranks, aligns with accounts of the legendary discipline of the Roman army.
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Ridley Scott, Gladiator
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Small Historically Accurate Details in 'Gladiator'

MovieWeb
Story by Philip Etemesi
from MovieWeb
Image from MovieWeb
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Gladiator's historical accuracy shines in surprisingly specific details, despite the film's more prominent anachronisms.
beat sheet
  • The film accurately depicts the Imperial Aquila, the iconic Roman eagle standard that symbolized the legions, down to its precise design.
  • Gladiator's depiction of Roman battle formations, with soldiers tightly packed in ranks, aligns with accounts of the legendary discipline of the Roman army.
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Ridley Scott, Gladiator
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