historical accuracy vs entertainment

Rating: 9/10 (8 May 2006)

As a classicist i feel i should comment on the content of this film. 'Alexander', in my opinion, is a wonderful film. Stone's combination of history and action are perfectly matched which makes for an excellent account of the life of the founder of Western civilisation. To those who have heavily criticised this film - 'Alexander' was made not just as a piece of entertainment but as an account of history. I find it bemusing that individuals have taken it upon themselves to bad-mouth this film having no prior knowledge of the life of Alexander. This film is educational. If more people had a knowledge of antiquity the world would be better for it. 'Alexander' should be praised for it's historical integrity, not slandered because it cannot entertain the uneducated. Embrace knowledge - do not dismiss it.