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Rachel Kousser on the Forgotten Years of Alexander the Great

History Nerds United

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Critiquing Cinematic Representations of Alexander the Great

This chapter critiques the film featuring Colin Farrell as Alexander the Great, contrasting it with a newer Netflix documentary that provides a more nuanced take on his sexuality. It also raises concerns regarding the representation of Persians, highlighting both commendations and discomfort in historical portrayals.

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