I just finished watching the fifth episode in this series, Shadow Games, and Spartacus is going to be in my DVD collection as soon as it comes out. At first I was a bit sceptical, but the acting was great, production values were minimal, but very effective and they are building on the momentum the 300 and Gladiator. Even though this show owes a lot to both it is its own thing. I like this version of Rome, unpolished and gritty. Everyone involved seems to own their character and with each episode the series gets stronger. I know its only the fifth episode, but if you haven't seen it, see it. It plays on Starz and if you have Netflix its available on instant play.
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