This film was shot here in Spain when "The Samuel Broston Emporium" was having its best moments and the film is indeed very well crafted . It has a good scrip and the acting is just fine. One of the best "Superproduccion" from the 60s. Thanks so much for uploading this film and Greetings from Spain
It’s possible to not love these movies. Example I can point out how funny it is that we buy that this an empire that was on the tip of 3 continents an empire known for being proud of its diversity and reach is forever depicted as this world that has very few ppl who aren’t white . Rome always looks so boring Ancient Rome was vibrant and colorful even in its later years. It’s a political movie that’s more like a natzi propaganda film of using Rome to talk about the ideals of the ppl who made it rather than use it as a window to understanding what Rome was.
If something is big, there is not many things that can destroy it from outside. I'm sure asteroid similar to one during dinosaurs is enough for something like the Empire, but these are rare.
IT can be penetrated, infiltrated, by Barbarians and that may be a factor. Of course inner deterioration (corruption, inmorality, etc.) starts the decay. The US has been decaying for not too many years from excesses; now it gets millions os illegal and Third World people and criminals, and that will complete the job, started by excesses and corrupt finance, judiciary, inner state, mediocre and corrupt politicians, etc. So its decay, pushed by commercial and unfair competition from China (slave labor and dumping) will take its toll.
I disagree, respectfully. Many "old" movies were fluffery, made to make money. Some, yes, were rare gems. Not much has changed. Some modern films are also rare gems. Many are well, just to make. Money.
The stunts in this movie are just unbelievable. No CGI can replicate those. Today these stunts cannot be made. I have no words for the acting more qualified comments were made. Truly epic.
The acting was OK even avengers movies are better acted. And no stunt or special effect from back then can replicate the CGI marvels that we see today, you could have a character like Thanos on screen back then it would look goofy like the thing monster from the original version.
@@lampad4549 You could tell the even today's CGI from real stuff. CGI turns a historical movie into sci-fi cr@p. I know that all today's stunts are fake CGI so kind of takes something out of the whole experience. Back then real people made those stunts so I know those are REAL. As for acting? you must be joking.
I just can't get over how Alec Guinness goes from being welcoming and friendly to exhuding irresistible authority, with just a different inflection of voice and look in his eyes. That man was something else.
@@invinius Originals will always hold their name even when copies became more known and successful. Scott clearly copied original and added something of his originality what moves people in that time and age. Gladiator has my respect after this one, however Gladiator 2 looks like a joke.
I watched this movie 20years ago I'm here watching it again,this movie reminds me of my late father who bought the cassette at that time Rest well daddy,Rest well soldier for making my child hood a memorable one
Apart from Christopher Plummer's performance I was never a great fan of this movie, but just picking through it now I was struck by a line from Finlay Currie that resonates now far more than it did in 1964: "An empire begins to die when its people no longer believe in it."
@@truthvidsdotnet6530 not true. A nation is actually multicultural. It wouldn't be a nation if it wasn't multicultural. It would just be a Tribe and not a nation. Also I agreed with an empire always needing war because an empire is simply a bully nation. A nation that feeds off other nations. That's what an empire is. For a nation to stay an empire, it needs to keep bullying and controlling other nations for its gains.
@@heartmind6373 Nation comes from the Latin "natio" which literally means to have been given milk from the same breast. A nation is by definition a people that are of the same ethnic, cultural and religious background. What you spew is the modern Marxist perversion of words and definitions.
This is something amazing gift for Roman History lovers I have recently started following roman history and I fell in love with it, please upload more of such stuff
Oh wow, the end fight is actually decent. I like that not only could I tell who is attacking and defending, not only are they are trying to get each other's space, not only are there some nice techniques but it also feels really tense. That's kinda rare for me when it comes to historical or fantasy movies
I really am fascinated by this movie. A fine production. Of course, the history has been stretched, but that is ok for a movie. If I want a documentary, I watch one.
This is one of the greatest epics ever made, which does not come as much of a surprise, considering the source (Edward Gibbon) and that Anthony Mann sat in the directors chair, the genius who we have to thank for EL CID and so many great James Stewart western including THE NAKED SPUR. A masterpiece, which still does not receive the praise it deserves.
The plot of the movie takes many liberties with history and can't be said to be based on Gibbon or any other history of Rome. Commodus was killed by a wrestler in his bath, for one thing. Marcus Aurelius did not try to sideline his son in succession to the imperial throne. On the contrary, he ignored the tradition of adopting a more qualified person for emperor in favor of his biological son. His daughter Lucilla was married to his adopted brother and co-emperor Lucius Varus who died in 169 CE, likely of the plague. She was then married to one of Marcus's advisors, not the "King of Armenia". Commodus was only 18 when his father died, not the 35 year old man Christopher Plummer portrays. He ruled for 16 years and would have only reached 34 at his death. Lucilla tried to have him killed in 182. The conspiracy failed and she was exiled and later killed. The character Cleander, a real person and head of the Praetorian Guard, was himself killed by order of Commodus during the food riots of 190. Commodus spent most of his time outside of Rome training as a gladiator and letting a group of advisors govern. He appeared in gladiatorial combat numerous times, a disgraceful display as gladiators were not held in high regard at all except a very few skilled ones. He was extremely fit, not the barefoot, decadent middle aged man Plummer portrays. But I do agree, this is a terrific film and one of the last great epic films, all done without computer graphics and digital editing.
Wow, thanx Gary for your great comment and sharing all the historical infos! Sure, they changed stuff, but I was not aware what and how much! Ghanx for the insight! Comparing this to its remake called GLADIATOR I sure know who made the better epics ... 🤣👍👏👏
@@garykeenan8591 surely you are right in history. actually Edward Gibbon didn't spent many words in this span of history. I think many artists focus on this scene because it's the last lament of the golden age of romain empire.
@@garykeenan8591 Much appreciated. And yet, has any movie made upon a historic moment ever been truly factual: creative freedom and all that. Drama is fiction by definition. Just enjoy, lets.
the set of this movie represents the roman forum, it was the greatest set built for that time. Stephen Boyd ex Messala in Ben Hur ,died in 1977 at 45 , Christopher Plummer ex captain von tramp from the sound of music in the part of Commodus. Anthony Quayle ex Guns of Navarro ,in the part of Commodus' secret father. all died. rip.
If they accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, then they will RIP, otherwise, there will never be RIP for eternity. You decide where you will spend eternity while you still alive. JESUS CHRIST is the ONLY Way. Truth and Life. Don't be fooled by civilization and its lies.
I'm struck, each time I watch this, by how much of "Gladiator" was borrowed from this film. But "Gladiator" made no attempt to address the chaotic aftermath of Commodus' death: Publius Helvius Pertinax ( 1 August 126 - 28 March 193) was Roman emperor for the first three months of 193. He succeeded Commodus to become the first emperor during the tumultuous Year of the Five Emperors.
These old movies are just about unheard of 😢 I love these old movies When I was small there use to be an old movie organisation (Epic Theatre) screened all these old movies, I use to watch these movies Saturday mornings Loved it
This movie is one of my all time favorites now.Made more than a half century ago and it’s still much better than roman movies,series in the recent years
08:50-12:10: A breath-taking scene. A lot of history in just a couple of minutes. I will try to break it down. 08:51 Marcus Aurelius: "Welcome, Mithridates. Welcome Petra." Fictional. However, there were at least 22 rulers of 8 Roman era states (Cius, Pontus, Parthia, Commagene, Media Atropatene, Bosporus, Armenia and Iberia) who carried the regnal name Mithridates. Of these 22 rulers, none lived during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. That said, the most famous of the aforementioned namesake was Mithridates VI Eupator. Mithridates VI Eupator (120-63 BC), dubbed as "Mithridates the Great", was the last rule of an independent Pontus. A formidable leader who created the ideology Mithridatism (= protection against poision), he was seen by his contemporaries as the last protector of Hellenic freedom. After his death, Pontus was incorporated into Rome. 09:12 Marcus Aurelius: "Greetings, Costobacus, king of the Omnia." Fictional. 09:29 Marcus Aurelius: "Serverus, proconsul of Judea." 09:44 Marcus Aurelius: "Africa." 09:55 Marcus Aurelius: "Marcellus, friend of Caesar." 10:15 Marcus Aurelius: "Virgilianus, proconsul of Syria." 10:42 Marcus Aurelius: "Pericles of Athens (Greek, Greek, Greek!)." Fictional. However, there was a Pericles of Athens who lived between 495 BC and 429 BC. Pericles, eventually acclaimed as "First Citizen of Athens, was a influential Greek politician and general in the times of the Persian wars. Altough the Roman Republic was already established in 509 BC, their are no known relations between him and Rome. 11:08 Marcus Aurelius: "Rome is honored, Sohamus, that Armenia's king is with us." Refers to Gaius Julius Sohaemus, King of Armenia for two reign (144-161 and 163-181) in a time where the Kingdom of Greater Armenia was indeed a client state of Rome. It was, however, never a Roman province, although Marcus Aurelius had tried many times. The second reign of Sohamus was the result of Lucius Verus himself, who offered him peace terms during the Roman-Parthian War. 11:52 Marcus Aurelius: "Welcome, Pertinax. Welcome, Britannia". Refers to Publius Helvius Pertinax (126-193), son of a freed slave who became an officer in the Roman Army, with a posting in Britannia. In the aftermath of the death of Commodus, he was crowned Caesar for three months during the Year of the Five Emperors.
I always love historical movies. When I see all my favorite actors in a single screen I get goosebumps Alec Guiness,James Mason, Steven Boyd, Christopher Plummer and the lovely Sophia Loren. I think I saw Omar Sheriff in a shot
What a masterpiece, pity there were no credits. The sets were incredible; must have had an enormous budget. Brilliant movie, a treasure for posterity. We'll never produce such quality entertainment ever again!!
This is one of the spectacular pictures that we wanted to see at the cinema. First of all because the history and the story was intriguing< second because before we could enjoy a great spectacular movie that lasted for long time sitting in a chair of the cinema. When I saw it first time I was a child. But I can't say that this picture is the best of the historical series we were used to watch.
Thanks Flick Vault 🙏. A great gift indeed. I liked the screenplay. Filming of the battles is superb. What a movie the makers have mounted. I am overawed! Actors have lived their roles. And what an ensemble of actors. All my favourite ❤️!
A powerful empire destroyed not from outside but from within. The remaining empire still existing now will follow suit. So it will come, so it will be written as history.
Before watching the film go to: Fall of the Roman Empire 1964) title theme and listen to the incredible opening music. This film and Ben Hur both have stunning title themes. Here it is missing.
one of the best films classics along side ben hur baarrabas nd others when i was young only roman films and biblical used to watch .....coming from Malta ...the biggest roman film being filmed here and being an extra brings me a lot of memories i had it also vhs
this is the close depiction of Marcus Aurelius which sported beard to which he did. and it is so good to see forces from Roman provinces and Allies with different cultural looks of its soldiers actually answering the call of Caesar which probably was the case. Unlike many new movies and tv shows which shows only pure Roman Legions fighting a campaign.
The film is GR8. English subtitles would have helped better understanding of the film. Please insert English subtitles as requested. Next time I hope to see the film with English subtitles. I am an Indian (Asia).
A fantastically amazing epic of death and destruction; I doubt if such a production could be made today. It would cost maybe $1 billion to reproduce it and I think that skill has gone in the shape of the metaverse and worse.
If Cameron got his mitts on it the cost (i.e. waste) would be $2-3 billion resulting in a boring, CGI-ridden snorefest. Welcome to the 21st. century.....
I should have been more observant when the movie started and I missed the introduction; I was thinking during the cremation scene 'wasn't Julius Caesar stabbed to death on the way to the forum'? So of course on closer inspection I find the death of Marcus Aurelius is mentioned in the plot summary. As to why ancient Rome fell apart, perhaps a better saying to sum it up would be: 'An empire begins to die when it makes war on itself'; which if true is more exception than rule. A lot of countries that had civil wars did not collapse because of them.
Who are all beleive of achieving *Power* through bribery without caring for welfare of people will definitely end their dynasty at the end 🙏 excellent inspiring movie 👌
First time watching this film. First thought in my mind at the opening scene, Obi-wan as Caesar. Obi wan was telling Luke about how the empire came about and Caesar talking how the empire will be.
The golden past. The age without digital era.....produced such a fantastic, mesmerising movie....the fall of Rome. Enemy lies within me.....within you.....realise it. destroy it, and the world will be a better place for all, for you and me
Back when films were made without the gratuitous sex scenes, without the need to virtue signal and without the need to diversify the cast. Those were the days!
@@jamaldarweesh3021 Because it's most often contrary to history and fact. Rome was only multicultural and multiethnic up to its fall and it's linked to its fall, as is the fall of America.
@@jamaldarweesh3021 That diversity you mention contributed to the fall of Rome - just as it is contributing in this age to the fall of Europe and the US. We learned nothing it seems.
I love these productions! Always been a big fan. And those costumes. I need to get me a full set to wear. Have always wanted one as a boy. They surely don't make them like they used to. So much better really.
Agreed Michael - Stephen In Ben Hur out-Hestoned Charlton himself. Also he was fantastic as the 'man in black' in Hannie Caulder, despite having no - NO - speaking parts. And yes - I've tried to dislike Hannie for years but just can't, dunno why but it just works, every rewatch....
Watching the first half hour of this, you can see that Ridley Scott borrowed a great deal from this film in making Gladiator. Not that this is a bad thing, by any means.
The Fall of the roman empire was a great succes. To liberate the slaves, all poor workers, and barbaric violence was fullfilling a dream of the generationen of majority. End of the injustice.
'Gladiator' in 1992 shares the same fictionalized premise--Wicked selfish Commodus (or his supporters) kill his wise and peace-loving father and the chosen successor . GIven the success of several other ROman -era epics of that period, it was worth a try. The cast is certainly good.
The Roman Empire did not actually die. Emperor Constantine moved the centre of the empire to Constantinople (now Istanbul) - the Eastern Roman Empire which in turn became the Byzantine Empire and lasted 1000 years until conquered by the Venetians.
One of the few really great Classical Movies depicting the Roman Empire! The excellent Movie 'Gladiator', with Russel Crowe, was basically a copy of it. Watch both If you have not already !
I think the Director tried to capture some of the essence of Rome. My curse is I know better. The biggest annoying historical anomaly for me was stirrups. Stirrups came much later and revolutionized cavalry. It's like seeing tanks in a civil war movie for me
A lot bonkers mistakes, but they can't all be as be as historically perfect as, say, "Braveheart". But these movies had a style which is all too rare today.
@@stephenh3919 I hope that Braveheart comment was sarcastic! Also, stirrups are a safety measure, and they still use them today in all movies set before they were introduced into Europe, except that now they can CGI them out of existence.
@@Danko_Sekulic Indeed it was sarcastic, but about the film, not toward you. I am aware that stirrups were not introduced in Europe until at least 400 years later, and I agree their inclusion in movies was a safety measure, rather than an inaccuracy. Particularly as they got a small detail like wearing the Ludus on the right-hand side correct. I would be very interested to hear your opinion of "The Last Duel". I was impressed. All the best.
MONUMENTAL ROME, all other empires can just kneel to you and your shocking beauty, might and elegance., city and empire that surpasses everything. No surprise that when Rome collapsed, World immediatelly entered PERIOD OF DARK AGES, we can see here why, it was greatest empire that ever existed
well , the world didnt enter the dark ages - just Europe did... Rome was magnificent but dont forget their entire system of slavery. They wiped out entire societies in france spain britain and balkans... today we just dream about the many great engineering military and philosophical achievements of Rome but it was still a cruel empire like so many others
@@allannakhle8555 yeahhh - the empire ran on slavery.. there were more slaves than roman citizens.. so many societies all over europe africa and middle east were wiped out and enslaved
k s and had it not been rome it would have been some other ancient nation, slavery was rampant everywhere it wasnt just rome but rome was certainly the biggest slavery powerhouse
Hi Unfortunately for us, it immediately morphed into the ' Holy' Roman Empire via Emperor Constantine. Leopards do not change their spots. Still worshiping the Nephilim. Shalom to us only in Christ Yeshua
Really magnificently massisve movie. This movie brings the history of Rome alive in front of our eyes from the time 200BC. Really a movie magnificently describe the then Rome and I can visualize those days and persons living walking talking and going in battles. Really great movie to visualize the past and the golden time of Rome of Caesar.
The original is far better than the modern day "Gladiator" movie. It also explains How great Republics that Mimic Rome such as the US will fall, from within if good people don't do something about the corrupt and inept.
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This film was shot here in Spain when "The Samuel Broston Emporium" was having its best moments and the film is indeed very well crafted . It has a good scrip and the acting is just fine. One of the best "Superproduccion" from the 60s. Thanks so much for uploading this film and Greetings from Spain
Gracias for the info. I had thought it was shot in Austria.
Greetings from Pressburg/Pozsonyi
No CGI; rather a solid story, excellent acting and a great script. Impossible not to love these movies. Thank you for uploading.
Plus,the soundtrack as well!
It’s possible to not love these movies. Example I can point out how funny it is that we buy that this an empire that was on the tip of 3 continents an empire known for being proud of its diversity and reach is forever depicted as this world that has very few ppl who aren’t white . Rome always looks so boring Ancient Rome was vibrant and colorful even in its later years. It’s a political movie that’s more like a natzi propaganda film of using Rome to talk about the ideals of the ppl who made it rather than use it as a window to understanding what Rome was.
Not a fan of lord of the rings huh?
@Thomas Winkelmair how is it bullshit?
What so bad about cgi?
One of the best of the Golden years of Hollywood productions.
"A great civilization is not destroyed from outside but from within". How true!! Great movie considering that there aren't any CGI! Thank you!!
If something is big, there is not many things that can destroy it from outside. I'm sure asteroid similar to one during dinosaurs is enough for something like the Empire, but these are rare.
IT can be penetrated, infiltrated, by Barbarians and that may be a factor. Of course inner deterioration (corruption, inmorality, etc.) starts the decay. The US has been decaying for not too many years from excesses; now it gets millions os illegal and Third World people and criminals, and that will complete the job, started by excesses and corrupt finance, judiciary, inner state, mediocre and corrupt politicians, etc. So its decay, pushed by commercial and unfair competition from China (slave labor and dumping) will take its toll.
Sounds like what happen to America in a couple of years
Ah, my golden childhood years! So grateful that this was the kind of movies we watched as opposed to what is being dished up today in the main stream.
Well said
Just look at these old movies how beautiful these movies are..charm of these movies every scene every dialogue just no match from today's movies
You are absolutely right.
@@truthvidsdotnet6530- Yes OK, As A Fan myself, it must be acknowledged that "Gladiator' is Top Class too ! -
It took 4 years to make this movie, the digital version Gladiator with Russell crew took only 4 weeks, that is why old movies are the best
"old" but Gold 🌟
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I disagree, respectfully. Many "old" movies were fluffery, made to make money. Some, yes, were rare gems. Not much has changed. Some modern films are also rare gems. Many are well, just to make. Money.
Very true
The stunts in this movie are just unbelievable. No CGI can replicate those. Today these stunts cannot be made. I have no words for the acting more qualified comments were made. Truly epic.
The acting was OK even avengers movies are better acted. And no stunt or special effect from back then can replicate the CGI marvels that we see today, you could have a character like Thanos on screen back then it would look goofy like the thing monster from the original version.
@@lampad4549 You could tell the even today's CGI from real stuff. CGI turns a historical movie into sci-fi cr@p. I know that all today's stunts are fake CGI so kind of takes something out of the whole experience. Back then real people made those stunts so I know those are REAL. As for acting? you must be joking.
@@ComboMuster - Ever realized that ALL Movies Are FAKES !
@@ComboMuster - (I know that all of all today's stunts are fake CGI) - Not All ! - Ever heard of Tom Cruise ! ?
I just can't get over how Alec Guinness goes from being welcoming and friendly to exhuding irresistible authority, with just a different inflection of voice and look in his eyes. That man was something else.
A true Jedi ;)
The recreation of the forum is incredible. the details are mind blowing. Even the vestals seating on their temple's steps. Incredible
Now I see how this movie inspired Ridley Scott's Gladiator... great classic, thx for sharing!
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I do not know if it did indeed inspire Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator; - but it sure is 80% similar !
Scott copió descaradamente casi todo y Gladiator jamás va a estar a la altura de esta película.
@@invinius Originals will always hold their name even when copies became more known and successful. Scott clearly copied original and added something of his originality what moves people in that time and age. Gladiator has my respect after this one, however Gladiator 2 looks like a joke.
I watched this movie 20years ago
I'm here watching it again,this movie reminds me of my late father who bought the cassette at that time
Rest well daddy,Rest well soldier for making my child hood a memorable one
May God have Mercy on his Soul.
@@fritula6200 Amen!!!he was a priest
That time I was new born baby
Apart from Christopher Plummer's performance I was never a great fan of this movie, but just picking through it now I was struck by a line from Finlay Currie that resonates now far more than it did in 1964: "An empire begins to die when its people no longer believe in it."
"Empires begin to die when they think about peace, a great empire must be getting war to survive"
@@ptkalpha377 Well, that's not actually English, so maybe you'd like to re-phrase it.
@@heartmind6373 A nation dies of or when it becomes multiracial and multicultural.
@@truthvidsdotnet6530 not true. A nation is actually multicultural. It wouldn't be a nation if it wasn't multicultural. It would just be a Tribe and not a nation.
Also I agreed with an empire always needing war because an empire is simply a bully nation. A nation that feeds off other nations. That's what an empire is. For a nation to stay an empire, it needs to keep bullying and controlling other nations for its gains.
@@heartmind6373 Nation comes from the Latin "natio" which literally means to have been given milk from the same breast.
A nation is by definition a people that are of the same ethnic, cultural and religious background.
What you spew is the modern Marxist perversion of words and definitions.
This is something amazing gift for Roman History lovers I have recently started following roman history and I fell in love with it, please upload more of such stuff
Oh wow, the end fight is actually decent. I like that not only could I tell who is attacking and defending, not only are they are trying to get each other's space, not only are there some nice techniques but it also feels really tense. That's kinda rare for me when it comes to historical or fantasy movies
Watched this movie in the 90's as a child its still as fresh as then.
I really am fascinated by this movie. A fine production. Of course, the history has been stretched, but that is ok for a movie. If I want a documentary, I watch one.
True that. However I think mechanisms that led to the Fall were depicted quite well.
@@jaceksudol8301 yes, totally agree.
This is one of the greatest epics ever made, which does not come as much of a surprise, considering the source (Edward Gibbon) and that Anthony Mann sat in the directors chair, the genius who we have to thank for EL CID and so many great James Stewart western including THE NAKED SPUR.
A masterpiece, which still does not receive the praise it deserves.
The plot of the movie takes many liberties with history and can't be said to be based on Gibbon or any other history of Rome. Commodus was killed by a wrestler in his bath, for one thing. Marcus Aurelius did not try to sideline his son in succession to the imperial throne. On the contrary, he ignored the tradition of adopting a more qualified person for emperor in favor of his biological son. His daughter Lucilla was married to his adopted brother and co-emperor Lucius Varus who died in 169 CE, likely of the plague. She was then married to one of Marcus's advisors, not the "King of Armenia". Commodus was only 18 when his father died, not the 35 year old man Christopher Plummer portrays. He ruled for 16 years and would have only reached 34 at his death. Lucilla tried to have him killed in 182. The conspiracy failed and she was exiled and later killed. The character Cleander, a real person and head of the Praetorian Guard, was himself killed by order of Commodus during the food riots of 190. Commodus spent most of his time outside of Rome training as a gladiator and letting a group of advisors govern. He appeared in gladiatorial combat numerous times, a disgraceful display as gladiators were not held in high regard at all except a very few skilled ones. He was extremely fit, not the barefoot, decadent middle aged man Plummer portrays. But I do agree, this is a terrific film and one of the last great epic films, all done without computer graphics and digital editing.
Wow, thanx Gary for your great comment and sharing all the historical infos! Sure, they changed stuff, but I was not aware what and how much! Ghanx for the insight!
Comparing this to its remake called GLADIATOR I sure know who made the better epics ... 🤣👍👏👏
@@garykeenan8591 surely you are right in history. actually Edward Gibbon didn't spent many words in this span of history. I think many artists focus on this scene because it's the last lament of the golden age of romain empire.
@@garykeenan8591 Much appreciated.
And yet, has any movie made upon a historic moment ever been truly factual: creative freedom and all that.
Drama is fiction by definition.
Just enjoy, lets.
Am amazed. My thoughts through and through, exactly!
Are you sure that I didn't dictate the comment for you to copy?
the set of this movie represents the roman forum, it was the greatest set built for that time. Stephen Boyd ex Messala in Ben Hur ,died in 1977 at 45 , Christopher Plummer ex captain von tramp from the sound of music in the part of Commodus. Anthony Quayle ex Guns of Navarro ,in the part of Commodus' secret father. all died. rip.
wow. I didn't know that. Thanks Carmel. Yep. RIP
If they accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, then they will RIP, otherwise, there will never be RIP for eternity. You decide where you will spend eternity while you still alive. JESUS CHRIST is the ONLY Way. Truth and Life. Don't be fooled by civilization and its lies.
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It. Is. The. Jewish. Holiday. Of. Hannukah. To. Commorerate. The. Insurjance. Of. The. :Maccabeus. Against. The. Romans. How. Bravethey. Were
@@jacoboresi2067 - Jacob, Leave your sanctimonious sermon elsewhere - or better : NOWHERE ! (...and that goes for all your silly comments below too!)
I'm struck, each time I watch this, by how much of "Gladiator" was borrowed from this film. But "Gladiator" made no attempt to address the chaotic aftermath of Commodus' death: Publius Helvius Pertinax ( 1 August 126 - 28 March 193) was Roman emperor for the first three months of 193. He succeeded Commodus to become the first emperor during the tumultuous Year of the Five Emperors.
Have seen this on the big screen in my teen years. Thanks it is now in you tube!
These old movies are just about unheard of 😢
I love these old movies
When I was small there use to be an old movie organisation (Epic Theatre) screened all these old movies, I use to watch these movies Saturday mornings
Loved it
one of the best roman battle scenes all extras no computer graphics and the arms and weapons very accurate
Spectacular movie of ancient history.I enjoyed watching great battle of the chariots and the woman he loved.
Excellent movie and can't believe I was unaware of it. Sophia Loren is so versatile as well as beautiful. Love history movies a real epic.
A very nice movie. These production bears a heavy historical content which is good for us to get a glimpse of the past.
This movie is one of my all time favorites now.Made more than a half century ago and it’s still much better than roman movies,series in the recent years
Nothing compete's with HBO Rome though
Except for the "Rome" miniseries on HBO of course.
08:50-12:10: A breath-taking scene. A lot of history in just a couple of minutes. I will try to break it down.
08:51 Marcus Aurelius: "Welcome, Mithridates. Welcome Petra." Fictional. However, there were at least 22 rulers of 8 Roman era states (Cius, Pontus, Parthia, Commagene, Media Atropatene, Bosporus, Armenia and Iberia) who carried the regnal name Mithridates. Of these 22 rulers, none lived during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. That said, the most famous of the aforementioned namesake was Mithridates VI Eupator. Mithridates VI Eupator (120-63 BC), dubbed as "Mithridates the Great", was the last rule of an independent Pontus. A formidable leader who created the ideology Mithridatism (= protection against poision), he was seen by his contemporaries as the last protector of Hellenic freedom. After his death, Pontus was incorporated into Rome.
09:12 Marcus Aurelius: "Greetings, Costobacus, king of the Omnia." Fictional.
09:29 Marcus Aurelius: "Serverus, proconsul of Judea."
09:44 Marcus Aurelius: "Africa."
09:55 Marcus Aurelius: "Marcellus, friend of Caesar."
10:15 Marcus Aurelius: "Virgilianus, proconsul of Syria."
10:42 Marcus Aurelius: "Pericles of Athens (Greek, Greek, Greek!)." Fictional. However, there was a Pericles of Athens who lived between 495 BC and 429 BC. Pericles, eventually acclaimed as "First Citizen of Athens, was a influential Greek politician and general in the times of the Persian wars. Altough the Roman Republic was already established in 509 BC, their are no known relations between him and Rome.
11:08 Marcus Aurelius: "Rome is honored, Sohamus, that Armenia's king is with us." Refers to Gaius Julius Sohaemus, King of Armenia for two reign (144-161 and 163-181) in a time where the Kingdom of Greater Armenia was indeed a client state of Rome. It was, however, never a Roman province, although Marcus Aurelius had tried many times. The second reign of Sohamus was the result of Lucius Verus himself, who offered him peace terms during the Roman-Parthian War.
11:52 Marcus Aurelius: "Welcome, Pertinax. Welcome, Britannia". Refers to Publius Helvius Pertinax (126-193), son of a freed slave who became an officer in the Roman Army, with a posting in Britannia. In the aftermath of the death of Commodus, he was crowned Caesar for three months during the Year of the Five Emperors.
Africa! lol
Relax ! It is Only a Movie - NOT a Documentary ! In this scene the only aim was to show the huge Roman Empire !
2:57:22 Tiberius Claudius Pompeianus: Syrian Hero `Livus` in Movie (Wife Annia Aurelia Galeria Lucilla). Villain: Commodus is `Caesar` in Movie.
I always love historical movies. When I see all my favorite actors in a single screen I get goosebumps Alec Guiness,James Mason, Steven Boyd, Christopher Plummer and the lovely Sophia Loren. I think I saw Omar Sheriff in a shot
I think he was the Armenian king. Not a great part, but in such company any part was good, I think.
@Thomas Winkelmair he meant deputy
James. Mason. Alec. Guinness
Yes. he was there when all the kings and rulers greeted and paid homage to Marcus Aurelius !
Omar Sheriff played the king of Armenia
What a masterpiece, pity there were no credits. The sets were incredible; must have had an enormous budget. Brilliant movie, a treasure for posterity. We'll never produce such quality entertainment ever again!!
Great movie, one of the best epic movies ever made
Not even in the top 10 epics.
@@lampad4549 wrong.Easily in the top 5.
@@lampad4549- Nonsense, it is Easily in the top 10 ! Watch 'Gladiator' and you see why Ridley Scott choose to copy it !
Omg, what a masterpiece, I really enjoy this movie
This is one of the spectacular pictures that we wanted to see at the cinema. First of all because the history and the story was intriguing< second because before we could enjoy a great spectacular movie that lasted for long time sitting in a chair of the cinema. When I saw it first time I was a child. But I can't say that this picture is the best of the historical series we were used to watch.
Great movie. James Mason is so great in this.
He was one of the greatest actors! Yet, never won an Oscar. He was great in almost all of his movies.
@@expromanticart6491 Indeed. I also loved him in Journey to the Center of the Earth.
And Stephen Boyd who plays Messala in Ben-Hur (1959).
@@mohamamintz5627 - Yes, No one has ever played a death scene as great as Stephen Boyd in 'Ben Hur' !
Thanks Flick Vault 🙏. A great gift indeed. I liked the screenplay. Filming of the battles is superb. What a movie the makers have mounted. I am overawed! Actors have lived their roles. And what an ensemble of actors. All my favourite ❤️!
So beautifully acted..when acting was acting..So well Cinematographed.
Great movie. Thanks for uploading. New subscriber here. Love and kisses from the Philippines ❤️🇵🇭.
I'm algerian north African berber and I am proud we are the indirect descendants of the roman empire
Also direct discendants
A powerful empire destroyed not from outside but from within. The remaining empire still existing now will follow suit. So it will come, so it will be written as history.
Loved this movie. The enormity of it is crazy. So many people.
This is the film "Gladiator" wishes it could be ( and is basically a copy of).
2:47:04 Wonderful Fanfare and Beautiful Music 🎶
Classical and Historical Music
Tiomkin is Master of Screen Music
Sofia Loren at the pinnacle of her beauty!
Before watching the film go to:
Fall of the Roman Empire 1964) title theme
and listen to the incredible opening music.
This film and Ben Hur both have stunning title themes. Here it is missing.
one of the best films classics along side ben hur baarrabas nd others when i was young only roman films and biblical used to watch .....coming from Malta ...the biggest roman film being filmed here and being an extra brings me a lot of memories i had it also vhs
Eu va multumesc ptr acest film , regizorilor si actori ,
this is the close depiction of Marcus Aurelius which sported beard to which he did. and it is so good to see forces from Roman provinces and Allies with different cultural looks of its soldiers actually answering the call of Caesar which probably was the case. Unlike many new movies and tv shows which shows only pure Roman Legions fighting a campaign.
Indeed, the Roman Army was made up of many nations and tribes !
Love the fact it still has the old school "Intermission" stage at 1:32:22
Forgot to say, it looks stunning!
And it is happening right now! Our "wonderful civilisation" is dying within because of people's stupidity and greed. We never learn any lesson.
Your style of presentation makes learning history so interesting. Thank you!!! 🧠✨
I appreciate the efforts to make this happen. The quality amaze me.
The film is GR8. English subtitles would have helped better understanding of the film. Please insert English subtitles as requested. Next time I hope to see the film with English subtitles. I am an Indian (Asia).
It was so nice to hear Sir Alec Guiness' voice again.
He was one of the greatest actors !
40:00 one of the cleaniest wild forests ever seen. No old wood on the ground, no bushes....
No forrest in modern's europe.
True. Sort of like a golf course. Still a great movie.
A fantastically amazing epic of death and destruction; I doubt if such a production could be made today. It would cost maybe $1 billion to reproduce it and I think that skill has gone in the shape of the metaverse and worse.
If Cameron got his mitts on it the cost (i.e. waste) would be $2-3 billion resulting in a boring, CGI-ridden snorefest. Welcome to the 21st. century.....
@@daveroche6522 And filled with diversity and sexual degeneracy.
Yep. exactly Phil. It's right up there with Ben Hur, Spartacus, and the Empire Strikes Back
Watch 'Gladiator' !
I should have been more observant when the movie started and I missed the introduction; I was thinking during the cremation scene 'wasn't Julius Caesar stabbed to death on the way to the forum'? So of course on closer inspection I find the death of Marcus Aurelius is mentioned in the plot summary. As to why ancient Rome fell apart, perhaps a better saying to sum it up would be: 'An empire begins to die when it makes war on itself'; which if true is more exception than rule. A lot of countries that had civil wars did not collapse because of them.
Película extraordinaria, me he dado un banquete, muchísimas gracias por compartir !!!!!!!!!
Who are all beleive of achieving *Power* through bribery without caring for welfare of people will definitely end their dynasty at the end 🙏 excellent inspiring movie 👌
Thanks for Great hard efforts put to give This movies 🍿
Fantastic movie. Thank you for your amazing efforts.
First time watching this film. First thought in my mind at the opening scene, Obi-wan as Caesar. Obi wan was telling Luke about how the empire came about and Caesar talking how the empire will be.
Where is the titles and great organ music!
the stars are so young, its nice to see them!!
Great movie !Superb!!Thank you for sharing..!!❤️❤️
I just finished watching Ben Hur I was completely astounded by it am giving this movie a watch
You may like 'El Cid' with Heston too !
The golden past. The age without digital era.....produced such a fantastic, mesmerising movie....the fall of Rome.
Enemy lies within me.....within you.....realise it. destroy it, and the world will be a better place for all, for you and me
I think the Forum Romanum-Set built for this movie still holds the record for the largest set ever built.
Back when films were made without the gratuitous sex scenes, without the need to virtue signal and without the need to diversify the cast. Those were the days!
What's wronng with diversifying the cast? I mean Rome was multiethnic and multicultural
@@jamaldarweesh3021 Because it's most often contrary to history and fact.
Rome was only multicultural and multiethnic up to its fall and it's linked to its fall, as is the fall of America.
@@jamaldarweesh3021 🤣🤣🤣
@@jamaldarweesh3021 yes, but most of its people had slight natural tan as Mediterranean people have. There wasnt amazing amount of black people in it
@@jamaldarweesh3021 That diversity you mention contributed to the fall of Rome - just as it is contributing in this age to the fall of Europe and the US. We learned nothing it seems.
Alec Guinness doing a great Kenobi warm up right there 00:58
"The Barbarians are easily startled but they'll soon be back and in greater numbers....".
Before the dark times. Before the Roman Empire.
Yes, I thought this is parody 😅
Great movie. Thanks for posting. 👏👏👏👏
Beautiful vision n sound n back ground of this movie..
I love these productions! Always been a big fan. And those costumes. I need to get me a full set to wear. Have always wanted one as a boy. They surely don't make them like they used to. So much better really.
Movie largely tanked at the box office - and killed the career of Stephen Boyd, which was a shame because he was a fine film actor.
I thought that Boyd acted exceptionally well
Agreed Michael - Stephen In Ben Hur out-Hestoned Charlton himself. Also he was fantastic as the 'man in black' in Hannie Caulder, despite having no - NO - speaking parts. And yes - I've tried to dislike Hannie for years but just can't, dunno why but it just works, every rewatch....
Watching the first half hour of this, you can see that Ridley Scott borrowed a great deal from this film in making Gladiator. Not that this is a bad thing, by any means.
The Fall of the roman empire was a great succes. To liberate the slaves, all poor workers, and barbaric violence was fullfilling a dream of the generationen of majority. End of the injustice.
Are you Jewish?
@@truthvidsdotnet6530 It's certainly a very jewish thing to say
This is what Hollywood called "cast of thousands." Quite an epic, very entertaining.
A must see movie not just a movie but destined to become one of the greatest for young, old bravo to this movie thanks
Iim from northeast India Christian really loved to watch this kind of ancient mistakes
1. Good governance and justice are mandatory for nations to survive. 2. If things go bad, good people need to stand against the bad.
Great movie. Feel like we are back in ancient time
Great movie.
Sophia Loren in this era was incredibly beautiful !!
'Gladiator' in 1992 shares the same fictionalized premise--Wicked selfish Commodus (or his supporters) kill his wise and peace-loving father and the chosen successor . GIven the success of several other ROman -era epics of that period, it was worth a try. The cast is certainly good.
Thank you much for uploading and in great quality too. I love these movies. Looking for the Robe and its sequel?
Did you find the Robe and its Sequel?
Great movie 🎥 👏👏
The analogy with present days is ...shall I say, sad? " There´s is nothing new under the sun".We haven´t learnt anything.
Same Barbar war NWO these days🎉
TM & ©️ Warner Bros. (1964)
Cast: Sophia Loren, Stephen Boyd, Alex Guinness, James Mason, Christopher Plummer, John Ireland, Mel Ferrer, Omar Sharif, Anthony Quayle
Directors: Anthony Mann
Screenwriters: Ben Barzman, Jim Pegger
Producers: Samuel Bronston, John H. Hughes, Millard DiRuffelo, Richard Conda, Beverly Burgess, Lawrence Shrouder, Ken Piker, Charles Kevin Houder, Mark Hashla II, Douglas R. Imkerss
The Roman Empire did not actually die. Emperor Constantine moved the centre of the empire to Constantinople (now Istanbul) - the Eastern Roman Empire which in turn became the Byzantine Empire and lasted 1000 years until conquered by the Venetians.
One of the few really great Classical Movies depicting the Roman Empire!
The excellent Movie 'Gladiator', with Russel Crowe, was basically a copy of it.
Watch both If you have not already !
How such beautiful movie could make in 1964
I think the Director tried to capture some of the essence of Rome. My curse is I know better. The biggest annoying historical anomaly for me was stirrups. Stirrups came much later and revolutionized cavalry. It's like seeing tanks in a civil war movie for me
A lot bonkers mistakes, but they can't all be as be as historically perfect as, say, "Braveheart". But these movies had a style which is all too rare today.
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I hope that Braveheart comment was sarcastic!
Also, stirrups are a safety measure, and they still use them today in all movies set before they were introduced into Europe, except that now they can CGI them out of existence.
@@Danko_Sekulic Indeed it was sarcastic, but about the film, not toward you.
I am aware that stirrups were not introduced in Europe until at least 400 years later, and I agree their inclusion in movies was a safety measure, rather than an inaccuracy. Particularly as they got a small detail like wearing the Ludus on the right-hand side correct.
I would be very interested to hear your opinion of "The Last Duel". I was impressed.
All the best.
for me its pericles, pretty sure he was from earlier period
The ridiculous lighting in the first scene is making it difficult for me to continue despite being an avid fan of Roman History.
The Fall of Rome: when Ben Hur, Spartacus and El Cid got put in a blender and mixed together!
Great film cast in this classic film.
MONUMENTAL ROME, all other empires can just kneel to you and your shocking beauty, might and elegance., city and empire that surpasses everything. No surprise that when Rome collapsed, World immediatelly entered PERIOD OF DARK AGES, we can see here why, it was greatest empire that ever existed
well , the world didnt enter the dark ages - just Europe did... Rome was magnificent but dont forget their entire system of slavery. They wiped out entire societies in france spain britain and balkans... today we just dream about the many great engineering military and philosophical achievements of Rome but it was still a cruel empire like so many others
k s Well said! Just ask spartacus what he thought of the Empire hehehehe
@@allannakhle8555 yeahhh - the empire ran on slavery.. there were more slaves than roman citizens.. so many societies all over europe africa and middle east were wiped out and enslaved
k s and had it not been rome it would have been some other ancient nation, slavery was rampant everywhere it wasnt just rome but rome was certainly the biggest slavery powerhouse
Hi
Unfortunately for us, it immediately morphed into the ' Holy' Roman Empire via Emperor Constantine. Leopards do not change their spots. Still worshiping the Nephilim. Shalom to us only in Christ Yeshua
Really magnificently massisve movie. This movie brings the history of Rome alive in front of our eyes from the time 200BC. Really a movie magnificently describe the then Rome and I can visualize those days and persons living walking talking and going in battles. Really great movie to visualize the past and the golden time of Rome of Caesar.
200 AC. If I'm not mistaking.
@@denniswijmer4988 it's AD or CE
@@denniswijmer4988 200 Years after Christ.
I was searching this movie for a long time
Thanks God I found
Great movie!
I enjoy watching this type of movie
This might be the most unsung movie ever! And just about as great as 'Gladiator'.
THOSE OLD CLASICAL MOVIES ARE ALWAYS THE BEST
The original is far better than the modern day "Gladiator" movie. It also explains How great Republics that Mimic Rome such as the US will fall, from within if good people don't do something about the corrupt and inept.