Historian Michael Taylor rates depictions of ancient Rome in movies and TV shows. He reviews the depiction of gladiator fights in "Gladiator," starring Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix.

HBO's 2005 historical epic 'Rome' boasts a higher Rotten Tomatoes audience score than 'Game of Thrones' and is perfect for ...

Tales of ancient Rome have long enraptured modern audiences. Many movies and television series have examined the rise and fall of the empire and those who led it. Many comics have explored the ...