The Surprising History of Rome

The Surprising History of Rome

(2002)

In “The Surprising History of Rome,” we embark on a thrilling journey through the rise and fall of one of the world’s most iconic civilizations, seen through the eyes of its most unexpected heroes. Set in the bustling streets of modern Rome, the story follows Emilia, an ambitious historian struggling to keep her family’s ancient bookstore afloat. Amid financial woes, she discovers a hidden journal belonging to a notorious Roman citizen, Lucius Vespasius, who lived on the fringes of power during the tumultuous days of the Republic.

This revelation unleashes Emilia’s obsession with uncovering the truth behind Lucius’s life. As she delves deeper into the journal, intertwining past and present, the narrative unfolds between Emilia’s world and Lucius’s—a life filled with political intrigue, scandalous affairs, and the struggle for personal freedom. Emblazoned with ambition, Lucius is determined to change his fate from a mere street urchin to a celebrated orator in the Senate, igniting conflict with an influential patrician family and sparking an underground movement among the lower classes.

Emilia’s investigation leads her to enigmatic figures in the modern city—Filippo, a charming street artist, who bears a striking resemblance to Lucius and becomes both a muse and a guide as she hunts down artifacts and locations from Lucius’s time. Alongside Rosa, Emilia’s sharp-witted best friend, they navigate the vibrant tapestry of contemporary Roman culture while piecing together the echoes of the past. Each revelation in the journal illuminates the broader themes of power, class struggle, and the unpredictable nature of history itself.

As Emilia races against time to save the bookstore and preserve her family’s legacy, she uncovers secrets that challenge her understanding of history—compelling her to question the narratives that shaped Rome, including her own. With riveting storytelling, “The Surprising History of Rome” beautifully intertwines past and present, capturing the essence of a city that has thrived through chaos and contradiction, while reminding us that history is often shaped by those we least expect.

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11.

+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 7.4

Genres

Documentary,History

Runtime

50m

Age rating

Production country

Director

Phil Grabsky

Cast

Terry Jones
Rick Jones
Elizabeth Fentress
Suzanne Evans
Andrew Wallace-Hadrill
Keith Hopkins

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