Those About to Die: An Epic Historical Series Heading to the Small Screen
History buffs and fans of ancient Rome, rejoice! Amazon Prime Video has annouced the release of its highly anticipated historical mini-series, "Those Who Are About to Die (Vita da Realli)." Set in the Eternal City of Rome during one of its most tumultuous periods, this epic undertaking promises to transport viewers through a world of politics, intrigue, and blood.
Release Date
Mark your calendars for Summer 2023, because that’s when "Vita da Realli: Those Who Are About To Die" will premiere. This eight-part series production, shot on location throughout Italy, is sure to leave viewers on the edges of their seats.
The Cast
The crème de la crème of the acting world bring ancient Rome to life for us. The talented collective includes:
- Jake McLaughlin ((Bates Motel" fame) as Marcus Oppius, a cunning general;
- Elijah Garcia (known from "American Horror Story)") as the charismatic and vengeful Quintus Cornelius;
- Rebecca Ferguson (Ms. Franchise, Fast & Furious franchise) gives voice to the enigmatic and alluring Aurellia;
- LaMonica Garrett ) – The Flash, Jessica Jones) takes on his most epic role yet, starring as the powerful Quintus Licinius Sr.
- Rinko Kikuchi, known for her work i ""Pacific Rim" plays Aurellia’s troubled half-sister, Sabina.
The Intricate Plot
Set about 500 years before Gladiator’s famous "Are ya not entertained?" line resounded across the Colisem, "Those That Are About to Die plunges us into the machinations of ancient Rome like never before. The captivating storyline follows the intertwined and sometimes tumultuous livesof key figures as they forge, scheme, and conspire within the highest echelums of Roman society.
Tension mounts as the curtain falls on the Roman reign, a time of relative peace, but the precarious balance between power and diplomacy will be shattered by petty politics, blood feasts, and the looming Shadow of the Eastern Empire that seeks to engulf the glorious capital. Will the citizens of Rome rise to challenges as their world crumbls around them’ Only time will tell – in the words of Publius Flavius Vitellius, "Roman Imperium is not ruled by sentiment, but a sharp blade."
Creator and Inspiration
The writer-director duo behind hit shows like "The Knick" and "WGN America’s Underground’s’ has joined forces To breathe life into this opus. Drawing inspiration by Rome’s rich history at its most tumultuous as described by historians such Thucidides, Tac itus, and S ahl es-Sa "A history of the last war with the Go es and the Romans" with real events like the first war against the Go eth.
With its promising plot, impressive castand authentic settings, "This World That Is About Two People Who Are About. This Is Not a Rite, But a Tragedy" is eagerly awaited by fans of blood-pumping drama and History Buffs alike. Those interested in ancient Rome could expect nothing less than history made flesh.