08-16-2005, 08:38 AM
Quote:Theodosius:
I'm hoping the money went into the re-creation of Rome itself.
Hi John,
You mean the set and stages ? Yes, but they seem to get that part right most of the time. In "Augustus", starring Peter O'Toole, I was very impressed with the exterior sets of Rome in the Forum. Or are you hoping for some CGI enhanced scenes ?
Quote:No-name actors are a good sign. Bankable stars mean that the majority of the budget went to hiring one or two people and then buying a ton of insurance for them
Yes, I agree. Besides, I don't think most top priced (US) actors can act better than no-names anyway. :lol: No loss there. They can (and should) hire classically-trained actors on the cheap, preferably Brits, IMO.
Quote:Hollywood keeps ignoring me.
Hollywood ignores anyone who knows a scintilla about historical Rome :?
BTW, I look forward to reading your Conan book soon. :wink:
Jaime