Athens: Dawn of Democracy
by Timothy Copestake
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Actor: Bettany HughesDirector: Timothy Copestake
Brand: PBS
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Running Time: 120 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-11-20
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: PBS
Movie Reviews of Athens: Dawn of Democracy
Movie Review: The Glory of Athens!
Summary: 5 Stars
All that is Athens cannot be contained in just two hours of film, nevertheless, Athens: Dawn of Democracy does an excellent job of presenting an overview of one human civilization's greatest cities and the birthplace of democracy.
Bettany Hughes, as in the case of The Spartans, is a wonderful guide and narrator that helps transport the viewer back in time to Ancient Greece.
Shot on location, Bettany Hughes does a very good job of presenting the actual setting for the events that unfolded. Moreover, she accurately describes the process through which the Athenian/Delian alliance transformed into an Athenian empire. Additionally, major historical figures such as Socrates, Themistocles, Pericles, and Alcibiades among others, are very well and very accurately presented. Finally, the theme is Athens after all, which in itself is a positive aspect!
In the end, Athens: Dawn of Democracy brings to life the legendary Athenian heroes and achievements and is strongly recommended, along with The Spartans, to those with a soft spot for all things Greek.
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