
Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom
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Documentary, History
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They were the absolute superstars in ancient Rome: charioteers. The heroes of the racetrack, often slaves, risked their lives in every competition. Only a few enjoyed the rewards of victory into old age. Using ancient documents and artifacts, the documentary traces the biography of Scorpus, probably the most successful Roman charioteer.
They were the absolute superstars in ancient Rome: charioteers. The heroes of the racetrack, often slaves, risked their lives in every competition. Only a few enjoyed the rewards of victory into old age. Using ancient documents and artifacts, the documentary traces the biography of Scorpus, probably the most successful Roman charioteer.
Cast
- Leart Docle
- Ognyan Baldzhyisky
- Georgi Gotsin
- Christian Schult
Director
- Giulia Clark
- Elena Mortelliti
- Jens Monath
Producers
- Elaine Campbell
- Claudia Comprix
- Cora Szielasko