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fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago
Film

Viking warfare expert rates 11 Viking battles in movies and TV

William Short reviews historical portrayals of Viking combat in films and TV, providing insights into their accuracy and cultural significance.
fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago
Film

Viking warfare expert rates 11 Viking battles in movies and TV

William Short reviews historical portrayals of Viking combat in films and TV, providing insights into their accuracy and cultural significance.
fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
more#film-analysis
#video-games
France news
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To Life

Napoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debate

Assassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episode

Assassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Video games

Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed Shadows

Karl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
France news
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To Life

Napoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debate

Assassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episode

Assassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Video games

Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed Shadows

Karl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
more#video-games
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
1 month ago

AI-Generated Content Could Displace History Creators On YouTube

AI-generated content could displace skilled historians and educators, leading to historical inaccuracies and biases in society.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

New Medieval Books: Authentically Medieval - Medievalists.net

The book explores how authors reconcile historical accuracy with creative storytelling in depicting the Middle Ages.
Berlin music
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mozart's true face is revealed for the first time in 230 YEARS

Mozart's likeness has been reconstructed from his skull, potentially solving the mystery of his appearance.
Women
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Harriet Tubman's great-great-great-grandniece on how her family is keeping her legacy alive

Rita Daniels discovers her familial connection to Harriet Tubman and aims to correct misconceptions about Tubman's legacy in her new book.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The week in whoppers: CBS's Margaret Brennan flips history, The NY Times' Mara Gay sees a DOGE conspiracy and more

Margaret Brennan's assertion that free speech enabled the Holocaust reflects historical ignorance; the real culprit was censorship and oppression.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Warfare experts rate 13 'Lord of the Rings' battles for realism

Expert analysis reveals the practicality of combat scenes in The Lord of the Rings vs. actual historical accuracy.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The hair, the voice, the casual cruelty they nailed it!' Bob Dylan experts rate A Complete Unknown

Hollywood portrayals of Bob Dylan's early life raise questions about accuracy and authenticity, even as Timothee Chalamet's performance impresses fans.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
US politics

Trump Claimed Americans Split the Atom'New Zealanders Would Like to Have a Word

Accurate historical attribution of atom splitting belongs to New Zealand scientist Ernest Rutherford, not claimed by U.S. President Trump.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Indiana Jones' adventures retraced by real-life archaeologist - and now it's his turn on silver screen

Archeologist Dr. David West Reynolds defends the historical accuracy of 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' while documenting his real-life journeys inspired by the film.
fromArchitectural Digest
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Robert Eggers's Nosferatu Reimagines the Folk Vampire in Painstaking Detail

Craig Lathrop and Robert Eggers focus on historical accuracy in production design to enhance the horror genre's credibility and viewer engagement.
#cultural-representation
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

So how do you 'accurately' speak English in ancient Rome?

Accents in historical films are sparking online debates as Gladiator II's trailer featuring Denzel Washington's accent in ancient Rome prompts scrutiny.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

So how do you 'accurately' speak English in ancient Rome?

Accents in historical films are sparking online debates as Gladiator II's trailer featuring Denzel Washington's accent in ancient Rome prompts scrutiny.
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philosophy
fromAeon
4 months ago

History is always political, and contest over it is a good thing | Aeon Essays

Historians are increasingly seen as political actors, but this perception can undermine historical accuracy and critical thinking.
fromVulture
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to Dress Nosferatu's Rotting, Fabulous Vampire

The film highlights an innovative portrayal of a vampire, emphasizing decay and historical authenticity in costume design.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Scientists reveal date of Jesus' birth - and it WASN'T when you think

Jesus may have been born in the Spring, not on December 25, and his actual birth year might be in the first century BC.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

To Some Ancient Romans, Gladiators Were the Embodiment of Tyranny

The portrayal of gladiators in films misrepresents their historical context, as they were seen more as symbols of tyranny and moral decay than heroes.
#ridley-scott
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'

Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

When Ridley Scott Makes a Good History Movie, We Should Give Him His Flowers

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II prioritizes entertainment over historical accuracy, offering thrilling visuals and straightforward moral themes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Great movies can play fast and loose with history. But not Gladiator II with its rhinos and cafe culture | Charlotte Higgins

Historical accuracy in films sparks debate, emphasizing entertainment value versus authenticity.
Ridley Scott's approach highlights a tension in historical narratives in filmmaking.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its Own

Historical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.
'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
DC food

Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.

Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'

Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

When Ridley Scott Makes a Good History Movie, We Should Give Him His Flowers

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II prioritizes entertainment over historical accuracy, offering thrilling visuals and straightforward moral themes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Great movies can play fast and loose with history. But not Gladiator II with its rhinos and cafe culture | Charlotte Higgins

Historical accuracy in films sparks debate, emphasizing entertainment value versus authenticity.
Ridley Scott's approach highlights a tension in historical narratives in filmmaking.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its Own

Historical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.
'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
DC food

Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.

Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
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#gladiator-ii
fromSmithsonian Magazine
5 months ago
History

The Real History Behind Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' and Life as a Fighter in the Ancient Roman Arena

Gladiator II explores the violent legacy of ancient Rome and the challenges faced by its gladiators, blending historical events with cinematic storytelling.
fromArchitectural Digest
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
fromSmithsonian Magazine
5 months ago
History

The Real History Behind Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' and Life as a Fighter in the Ancient Roman Arena

Gladiator II explores the violent legacy of ancient Rome and the challenges faced by its gladiators, blending historical events with cinematic storytelling.
fromArchitectural Digest
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
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fromOpen Culture
5 months ago
Online learning

Watch the Original Nosferatu, the Classic German Expressionist Vampire Film, Before the New Remake Arrives This December

Robert Eggers' adaptation of Nosferatu focuses on historical authenticity, presenting Count Orlok as a genuine depiction of a dead Transylvanian nobleman.
fromMail Online
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

I'm an archaeologist - and THESE are Britain's oldest pubs

Many popular claims about the oldest pubs in Britain are unfounded, as revealed by James Wright's research.
fromMedievalists.net
6 months ago
History

The Challenges and Pitfalls of an 'Authentic' Medieval Wargame - Medievalists.net

Authentic medieval wargaming faces challenges due to outdated assumptions and the need for cultural understanding of medieval combat.
Video games
fromGameSpot
6 months ago

Ubisoft Developers Pushed For Assassin's Creed Shadows Delay - Report

Ubisoft delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows to allow more time for development and historical accuracy improvements.
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago
Media industry

The Dangerous Rise of the Podcast Historians

The public must engage in historical accuracy to counteract rising Holocaust denial and revisionist narratives.
Artificial intelligence
fromsfist.com
8 months ago

Google Says It's Fixed Gemini People-Generating Feature, Also It's Releasing Customizable Chatbots

Google's AI project Gemini faced backlash over historical inaccuracies in image generation, prompting a suspension and subsequent improvements for paid users.
fromKotaku
8 months ago
Startup companies

Three Hours With Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Has Me Thinking It Might Be A Great Immersive RPG

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 effectively enhances gameplay while maintaining a balance between historical accuracy and engaging fun, despite needing some improvements.
fromVG247
1 year ago
JavaScript

Manor Lords has entered Early Access and it's on sale

Manor Lords is now available through Early Access with a discount for a limited time.
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Women

Como Bridgerton' hace historia

Historians like Amanda Vickery play a key role in ensuring historical accuracy and context in the TV series Bridgerton.
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