Willem Defoe stars in Martin Scorsese’s controversial take on the life of Jesus of Nazareth. Based on the novel by Nikos Kazantzakis.
Of goals and resolutions
As the New Year approaches, I’d first like to note that I’m not really one for making resolutions. The 2018 version of you will be just as reluctant to continue [ … ]
W008: Cleopatra (1963)
A lot of historical ground is covered here as Rome goes from a republic to an empire, triggered by the assassination of Julius Caesar. Octavius stands ready to fill to [ … ]
W007: Spartacus (1960)
Not long before Rome fell from Republic to Empire, the slave Spartacus led a massive revolt and thwarted Roman armies for two years.
W006: Hero (2002)
Jet Li’s nameless warrior relates to the Emperor of Qin how he defeated three assassins who have been plaguing the kingdom. China will soon be united for the first time.