Browsing: Accuracy

The 2016 historical epic "Risen" earns rather high scores for its depiction of Roman battle from a Roman historical scholar. Discover why, despite varied reviews, the military strategies, weapons, and formations of the film appeal to a historian. Examine the movie's original interpretation of the Jesus narrative and consider why its historical veracity might inspire revisiting.

Director of "Hit Man Richard Linklater talks on the degree of realism in the film based on a true tale. Discover how the movie explores the biography of Gary Johnson, the actual person, transcending the Texas Monthly piece. Gain understanding of the director's rapport with the subject and how reviewers are evaluating the movie.