The thunder of war split them! The fires of passion burnt them! The swords of barbarians bled them! The evil of tyranny toppled them!
Film Synopsis
As the Roman Empire teeters on the edge of collapse, a noble general struggles to uphold peace and justice after the emperor’s death sparks a brutal power struggle. Betrayal, ambition, and civil war threaten to destroy the empire from within, while invading forces press in from beyond its borders. This epic historical drama blends grandeur, political intrigue, and tragedy in a sweeping tale of loyalty, legacy, and the cost of power.
The Fall of the Roman Empire Blu-ray & DVD editions
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| Disc Extras | Anchor Bay BD-B/UK/OOP 2011 | Koch BD-B/DE/OOP 2009 | Genius DVD-1/US/OOP 2008 | Genius DVD-1/US/OOP 2008 | Disney DVD-1/US/OOP 2001 |
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| Audio Commentary by Bill Bronston (Son of Producer Samuel Bronston) and Mel Martin | |||||
| Dimitri Tiomkin: Scoring the Roman Empire | |||||
| Hollywood vs. History | |||||
| The Rise and Fall of an Empire | |||||
| The Rise and Fall of an Epic Production | |||||
| Rome in Madrid | |||||
| Stills Gallery - Behind-the-Scenes, Promotional | |||||
| About this Film | |||||
| Filmographies | |||||
| Theatrical Trailer | |||||
| Encyclopaedia Britannica: “Claudius: Boy of Ancient Rome” | |||||
| Encyclopaedia Britannica: “Julius Caesar: The Rise of the Roman Empire” | |||||
| Encyclopaedia Britannica: “Life in Ancient Rome” | |||||
| Encyclopaedia Britannica: Introduction by Director/Producer Bill Deneen | |||||
| Encyclopaedia Britannica: Introduction by Director/Producer Bill Deneen [New] |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Genius’ “The Miriam Collection - Limited Collector’s Edition” DVD includes a 32-page film programme reproduction, advertising flyer, and 6 art cards.
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