“Alexander the Great” – a title thrust upon not just anyone, but he who has proven to be a distinguishably influential explorer of that periodic known world, renowned leader, Alexander III, King of Macedon. As stated by the well-sourced Oxford historian and classicist, Robin Lane Fox, Alexander the Great can be ascribed to the following description, “Tough, resolute, fearless, Alexander was a born warrior and ruler of passionate ambition who understood the intense adventure of conquest and of the unknown … his vast empire comprised more than two million square miles, spanning from Greece to India … His achievements were unparalleled – he had excelled as leader to his men, founded eighteen new cities and stamped the face of Greek culture on the ancient East. The myth he created is as potent today as it was in the ancient world” (Lane Fox, 2004). …show more content…
Such an analysis will discuss the historical accuracy of the film – by making reference to specific examples from the film that either support of contradict its accuracy. In aiding the essence of a review, a discussion surrounding the film’s modern-day context as well as the purely cinematic experience of Stone’s film will be further explored in attaining whether such an experience of a cinematic portrayal assisted or detracted from the storyline and historical value. In having the above mentioned discussions be the focal point for the intended basis of argument concerning the significance of Oliver Stone’s film, a conclusion will thus be drawn with regard to the film’s success of truly paying homage to the influential historical figure, Alexander the