Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom (2019)
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.
Genre: Documentary, History
Release Date: February 1, 2019
Cast
- Leart Docle - Domitian
- Ognyan Baldzhyisky - Scorpus (young)
- Georgi Gotsin - Scorpus
- Christian Schult - Speaker
Screenplay
Editing: Chris Roots, Walter Freund
Production: Lion Television, ARTE, ZDF
Country: Germany, United Kingdom
Language: English, Français
Original Language: de
Themes
Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments
Keywords
ancient rome
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom about?
- 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.
- Who directed Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom?
- Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom was directed by Jens Monath, Elena Mortelliti, Giulia Clark.
- Who stars in Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom?
- Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom stars Leart Docle, Ognyan Baldzhyisky, Georgi Gotsin, Christian Schult.
- What genre is Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom?
- Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom produced?
- Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom was produced in Germany, United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom?
- The themes of Brot und Spiele – Wagenrennen im alten Rom include: Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments.