34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To LifeNapoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debateAssassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episodeAssassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed ShadowsKarl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To LifeNapoleon returns in Civilization 7, showcasing a more complex portrayal through historical accuracy and character depth.
Assassin's Creed Shadows' Japanese reviews reframe the historical accuracy debateAssassin's Creed Shadows has received a positive reception from Japanese players, countering initial concerns about its historical and character portrayals.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is as dark as that infamous Game of Thrones episodeAssassin's Creed Shadows emphasizes historical accuracy but struggles with playability due to its nighttime setting.
Karl-Anthony Towns scratches a historical itch with Assassin's Creed ShadowsKarl-Anthony Towns balances his NBA career with a passion for Assassin's Creed, particularly appreciating its blend of history and gameplay.
Eyewitness Memory and History: The Colors of WarEyewitness memory is crucial for accuracy in both criminal investigations and historical contexts.
AI-Generated Content Could Displace History Creators On YouTubeAI-generated content could displace skilled historians and educators, leading to historical inaccuracies and biases in society.
So how do you 'accurately' speak English in ancient Rome?Accents in historical films are sparking online debates as Gladiator II's trailer featuring Denzel Washington's accent in ancient Rome prompts scrutiny.
The 50 best TV shows of 2024: No 1 ShogunThe 2024 remake of Shogun successfully modernizes its narrative and presentation, making it a standout television experience this year.
St Patrick's spotless attire is a miracle as RTE makes history look like a washing powder advertSaint Patrick's portrayal in history often lacks realism, as indicated by the immaculate image contrasting the historical context of fifth-century Ireland.
So how do you 'accurately' speak English in ancient Rome?Accents in historical films are sparking online debates as Gladiator II's trailer featuring Denzel Washington's accent in ancient Rome prompts scrutiny.
The 50 best TV shows of 2024: No 1 ShogunThe 2024 remake of Shogun successfully modernizes its narrative and presentation, making it a standout television experience this year.
St Patrick's spotless attire is a miracle as RTE makes history look like a washing powder advertSaint Patrick's portrayal in history often lacks realism, as indicated by the immaculate image contrasting the historical context of fifth-century Ireland.
New Medieval Books: Authentically Medieval - Medievalists.netThe book explores how authors reconcile historical accuracy with creative storytelling in depicting the Middle Ages.
Mozart's true face is revealed for the first time in 230 YEARSMozart's likeness has been reconstructed from his skull, potentially solving the mystery of his appearance.
Harriet Tubman's great-great-great-grandniece on how her family is keeping her legacy aliveRita Daniels discovers her familial connection to Harriet Tubman and aims to correct misconceptions about Tubman's legacy in her new book.
The week in whoppers: CBS's Margaret Brennan flips history, The NY Times' Mara Gay sees a DOGE conspiracy and moreMargaret Brennan's assertion that free speech enabled the Holocaust reflects historical ignorance; the real culprit was censorship and oppression.
Warfare experts rate 13 'Lord of the Rings' battles for realismExpert analysis reveals the practicality of combat scenes in The Lord of the Rings vs. actual historical accuracy.
Mort Kunstler, Renowned Painter of Epic Historical Scenes, Dies at 97Mort Kunstler was a prominent historical artist known for his accurate representations of American historical events, especially the Civil War.
The hair, the voice, the casual cruelty they nailed it!' Bob Dylan experts rate A Complete UnknownHollywood portrayals of Bob Dylan's early life raise questions about accuracy and authenticity, even as Timothee Chalamet's performance impresses fans.
That's the one thing we did': New Zealand irked by Trump's false claim US split the atomSir Ernest Rutherford, a New Zealander, was the first to split the atom, contrary to Donald Trump's claim during his inauguration.
Trump Claimed Americans Split the Atom'New Zealanders Would Like to Have a WordAccurate historical attribution of atom splitting belongs to New Zealand scientist Ernest Rutherford, not claimed by U.S. President Trump.
That's the one thing we did': New Zealand irked by Trump's false claim US split the atomSir Ernest Rutherford, a New Zealander, was the first to split the atom, contrary to Donald Trump's claim during his inauguration.
Trump Claimed Americans Split the Atom'New Zealanders Would Like to Have a WordAccurate historical attribution of atom splitting belongs to New Zealand scientist Ernest Rutherford, not claimed by U.S. President Trump.
The Gladiator II Line That Broke My BrainGladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
Ancient military historian rates 9 more battle scenesHistorians can offer valuable insights into the representation of historical warfare in contemporary media.
The Gladiator II Line That Broke My BrainGladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
Ancient military historian rates 9 more battle scenesHistorians can offer valuable insights into the representation of historical warfare in contemporary media.
'Outlander' broke me: I fully lost it when Jamie and Claire had dinner with George Washington and LafayetteOutlander merges historical events with personal drama, but some scenes challenge viewers' suspension of disbelief.
Is The Steamy Love Story In 'My Lady Jane' Historically Accurate?Fans of My Lady Jane series enamored by the intense chemistry between Lady Jane Grey and Lord Guildford Dudley, despite historical inaccuracies.
'Outlander' broke me: I fully lost it when Jamie and Claire had dinner with George Washington and LafayetteOutlander merges historical events with personal drama, but some scenes challenge viewers' suspension of disbelief.
Is The Steamy Love Story In 'My Lady Jane' Historically Accurate?Fans of My Lady Jane series enamored by the intense chemistry between Lady Jane Grey and Lord Guildford Dudley, despite historical inaccuracies.
Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty review Charles Dance is gloriously game as MichelangeloHistorical documentaries increasingly blend factual accounts with dramatization, highlighting artists and rivalries from the Renaissance.
Indiana Jones' adventures retraced by real-life archaeologist - and now it's his turn on silver screenArcheologist Dr. David West Reynolds defends the historical accuracy of 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' while documenting his real-life journeys inspired by the film.
Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty review Charles Dance is gloriously game as MichelangeloHistorical documentaries increasingly blend factual accounts with dramatization, highlighting artists and rivalries from the Renaissance.
Indiana Jones' adventures retraced by real-life archaeologist - and now it's his turn on silver screenArcheologist Dr. David West Reynolds defends the historical accuracy of 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' while documenting his real-life journeys inspired by the film.
It's not enough to speak clearly. Leaders need to do this, tooThe 'Tiffany Effect' illustrates how modern audiences struggle to accept historical truths perceived as unrealistic, despite their factual accuracy.
Einstein didn't say that: How viral misquotes evolve and replicateThe infamous Einstein quote on insanity is misattributed; it has no proven link to him, reflecting how misquotes spread widely.
It's not enough to speak clearly. Leaders need to do this, tooThe 'Tiffany Effect' illustrates how modern audiences struggle to accept historical truths perceived as unrealistic, despite their factual accuracy.
Einstein didn't say that: How viral misquotes evolve and replicateThe infamous Einstein quote on insanity is misattributed; it has no proven link to him, reflecting how misquotes spread widely.
Robert Eggers's Nosferatu Reimagines the Folk Vampire in Painstaking DetailCraig Lathrop and Robert Eggers focus on historical accuracy in production design to enhance the horror genre's credibility and viewer engagement.
History is always political, and contest over it is a good thing | Aeon EssaysHistorians are increasingly seen as political actors, but this perception can undermine historical accuracy and critical thinking.
Trump Claims on Truth Social That He Won Election by Biggest Mandate in 129 YearsThe former president asserts he has received the largest mandate in 129 years, despite historical inaccuracies.
Stop using generative AI as a search engineMisleading claims about presidential pardons of relatives reflect a struggle with historical accuracy and underscore misinformation in contemporary political discourse.
Trump Claims on Truth Social That He Won Election by Biggest Mandate in 129 YearsThe former president asserts he has received the largest mandate in 129 years, despite historical inaccuracies.
Stop using generative AI as a search engineMisleading claims about presidential pardons of relatives reflect a struggle with historical accuracy and underscore misinformation in contemporary political discourse.
When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
Stephanie Collie obituaryStephanie Collie's groundbreaking costume designs for 'Peaky Blinders' transformed traditional perceptions of period drama by emphasizing the unique styles of working-class characters.
How to Dress Nosferatu's Rotting, Fabulous VampireThe film highlights an innovative portrayal of a vampire, emphasizing decay and historical authenticity in costume design.
When historians and directors clash: Ridley Scott was Napoleonic there was no doubt who was in charge'Hollywood often prioritizes visual appeal over historical accuracy in films like Gladiator, highlighting a tension between authenticity and entertainment.
Stephanie Collie obituaryStephanie Collie's groundbreaking costume designs for 'Peaky Blinders' transformed traditional perceptions of period drama by emphasizing the unique styles of working-class characters.
How to Dress Nosferatu's Rotting, Fabulous VampireThe film highlights an innovative portrayal of a vampire, emphasizing decay and historical authenticity in costume design.
Scientists reveal date of Jesus' birth - and it WASN'T when you thinkJesus may have been born in the Spring, not on December 25, and his actual birth year might be in the first century BC.
To Some Ancient Romans, Gladiators Were the Embodiment of TyrannyThe portrayal of gladiators in films misrepresents their historical context, as they were seen more as symbols of tyranny and moral decay than heroes.
When Ridley Scott Makes a Good History Movie, We Should Give Him His FlowersRidley Scott's Gladiator II prioritizes entertainment over historical accuracy, offering thrilling visuals and straightforward moral themes.
Great movies can play fast and loose with history. But not Gladiator II with its rhinos and cafe culture | Charlotte HigginsHistorical accuracy in films sparks debate, emphasizing entertainment value versus authenticity.Ridley Scott's approach highlights a tension in historical narratives in filmmaking.
The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its OwnHistorical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
Ask a Roman-History Professor: Were There Ever Sharks in the Colosseum?Ridley Scott values entertainment over historical accuracy, leading to mixed reactions from historians.
Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
When Ridley Scott Makes a Good History Movie, We Should Give Him His FlowersRidley Scott's Gladiator II prioritizes entertainment over historical accuracy, offering thrilling visuals and straightforward moral themes.
Great movies can play fast and loose with history. But not Gladiator II with its rhinos and cafe culture | Charlotte HigginsHistorical accuracy in films sparks debate, emphasizing entertainment value versus authenticity.Ridley Scott's approach highlights a tension in historical narratives in filmmaking.
The Only History 'Gladiator II' Cares About Is Its OwnHistorical films are more reflective of modern beliefs than factual accuracy.'Gladiator II' continues the narrative legacy of its predecessor while playing with historical content.
Ask a Roman-History Professor: Were There Ever Sharks in the Colosseum?Ridley Scott values entertainment over historical accuracy, leading to mixed reactions from historians.
Review | Rhinos and monkeys and sharks, oh my! 'Gladiator II' takes them all on.Gladiator II lacks purpose and depth compared to the original, making it forgettable despite its opulent visuals.
The Real History Behind Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' and Life as a Fighter in the Ancient Roman ArenaGladiator II explores the violent legacy of ancient Rome and the challenges faced by its gladiators, blending historical events with cinematic storytelling.
Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got RightThe real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
The Real History Behind Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' and Life as a Fighter in the Ancient Roman ArenaGladiator II explores the violent legacy of ancient Rome and the challenges faced by its gladiators, blending historical events with cinematic storytelling.
Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got RightThe real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
Paddington 3 features a HIDDEN language - so, can you decipher it?'Paddington in Peru' highlights the historical significance of khipu, a complex knot language used by the Incan Empire for record-keeping.
6 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge got long-overdue extra 'z'The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge's name was corrected in 2018 to honor explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano.
Watch the Original Nosferatu, the Classic German Expressionist Vampire Film, Before the New Remake Arrives This DecemberRobert Eggers' adaptation of Nosferatu focuses on historical authenticity, presenting Count Orlok as a genuine depiction of a dead Transylvanian nobleman.
I'm an archaeologist - and THESE are Britain's oldest pubsMany popular claims about the oldest pubs in Britain are unfounded, as revealed by James Wright's research.
The Challenges and Pitfalls of an 'Authentic' Medieval Wargame - Medievalists.netAuthentic medieval wargaming faces challenges due to outdated assumptions and the need for cultural understanding of medieval combat.
Ubisoft Developers Pushed For Assassin's Creed Shadows Delay - ReportUbisoft delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows to allow more time for development and historical accuracy improvements.
Tim Walz Said He Was in Hong Kong in 1989 During Tiananmen. Not True.Gov. Tim Walz misrepresented his timeline in Hong Kong during the Tiananmen Square protests, claiming proximity to events he did not witness.
World War II historian rates 9 more WWII battles in movies and TVJohn McManus assesses World War II films for historical accuracy and emphasizes the discrepancies between cinematic portrayals and actual events.
The Dangerous Rise of the Podcast HistoriansThe public must engage in historical accuracy to counteract rising Holocaust denial and revisionist narratives.
Google Says It's Fixed Gemini People-Generating Feature, Also It's Releasing Customizable ChatbotsGoogle's AI project Gemini faced backlash over historical inaccuracies in image generation, prompting a suspension and subsequent improvements for paid users.
Three Hours With Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Has Me Thinking It Might Be A Great Immersive RPGKingdom Come: Deliverance 2 effectively enhances gameplay while maintaining a balance between historical accuracy and engaging fun, despite needing some improvements.
"A weird, wonderful and demanding job": How Gina Alessi made the graphic design in Apple TV's ManhuntCreating high-quality graphics for film requires extensive research and attention to detail to accurately represent historical settings.
Ruins in ancient Jerusalem could prove the Bible was trueAncient Jerusalem wall originally believed built by Hezekiah was actually constructed by his great-grandfather Uzziah, aligning with biblical accounts.
The Story Behind Peacock's The Tattooist of AuschwitzThe limited series 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz,' inspired by Heather Morris's novel, portrays the real love story of Auschwitz survivors amid questions about its accuracy.
Manor Lords has entered Early Access and it's on saleManor Lords is now available through Early Access with a discount for a limited time.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Preview - Here Comes The Kingdom - Game InformerKingdom Come: Deliverance sequel in the works with expanded content and improved visuals.
Gladiator II: Enjoy the show, read books to learn historyFilms are not required to teach history; they should be seen for entertainment, not factual accuracy.
Como Bridgerton' hace historiaHistorians like Amanda Vickery play a key role in ensuring historical accuracy and context in the TV series Bridgerton.