This is an old video, but it's FANTASTIC. Jonathan Stamp, classical historian and consultant on Rome, talks about historical veracity and how history is used by Hollywood for good and evil in storytelling. This is so worth watching through... :) (never let the facts get in the way of a good story.... yes? :) ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1Wu-zAdbc4&feature=share
Producing : Historical Narrative and the Responsibility of Producers by Jeff Lyons
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Definitely giving this a watch, Jeff. Thanks for posting!
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Excellent post, Jeff, thanks for sharing. I thoroughly enjoyed this. As an Historic-Fiction screenwriter I found this hugely helpful and reassuring in my approach to historical events and characterization. I particularly enjoyed and appreciated his comments on "Braveheart"!
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Agree on the BRAVEHEART section, Spike!