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In the brutal heart of the Roman Republic, a single slave's cry for freedom became a roar heard across the empire. Trained to kill for sport in the gladiatorial arena, the Thracian rebel Spartacus led a ragtag army of the oppressed in a desperate war against the most powerful civilization the world had ever known. His uprising threatened the very foundations of Rome. THE REBEL'S REVOLT: Unveiling the Cinematic EpicJourney beyond the historical legend and into the tumultuous creation of a cinematic masterpiece. This definitive account unveils the sweeping, behind-the-scenes story of Stanley Kubrick's 1960 epic, Spartacus. A High-Stakes Hollywood Confrontation ★ Kirk Douglas's Gamble: Discover how the Hollywood titan, in his dual role as producer and star, risked his entire career to bring this monumental tale to the screen. ★ Defying the Industry: Learn the dramatic story of how Douglas shattered the infamous Blacklist by hiring a blacklisted writer to pen the script.Delve into the intricate drama and clash of creative titans on set, from a young, ambitious Stanley Kubrick to a cast of legendary screen performers: The Cast: Laurence Olivier, Peter Ustinov, and Jean Simmons. The Planning: Explore the intricate organization of the film's colossal battle sequences and the crafting of its unforgettable characters. The Context: Analyze the powerful political undertones that resonated with a Cold War-era audience.

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