The man who conquered the world was probably insufferable at parties.
Behind the myth of Alexander the Great, romanticized by centuries of history, the reality of the character tends to fade. Here's a rereading of the story of a multi-faceted conqueror.
Acting
David Schütter balances charisma with unsettling instability.
Production
Recreates ancient world without glossy Hollywood sheen.
Writing
Refuses to let Alexander off easy as hero or villain.
Director
Martin Carazo Mendez
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This German-Bulgarian production deliberately used Eastern European actors to challenge Hollywood's Anglo-centric ancient world casting.
The film's unflinching look at Alexander's bisexuality arrived years before Hollywood's 'Alexander' (2004) controversially softened same-sex relationships.
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