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Alexander: The Making of a God

  • TV Series
  • 2024–
  • TV-14
  • 45m
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Buck Braithwaite in Alexander: The Making of a God (2024)
Alexander was King of the ancient Greek city of Macedon widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most successful military commanders and by the age of 30 had created one of the largest empires in history.
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Alexander was King of the ancient Greek city state Macedon and widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most successful military commanders. By the age of 30 he had created one ... Read allAlexander was King of the ancient Greek city state Macedon and widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most successful military commanders. By the age of 30 he had created one of the largest empires in history.Alexander was King of the ancient Greek city state Macedon and widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most successful military commanders. By the age of 30 he had created one of the largest empires in history.

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    • Souad Faress
    • Buck Braithwaite
    • Will Stevens
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      • Souad Faress
      • Buck Braithwaite
      • Will Stevens
    • 90User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
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    Souad Faress
    Souad Faress
    • Oracle
    • 2024
    Buck Braithwaite
    Buck Braithwaite
    • Alexander
    • 2024
    Will Stevens
    Will Stevens
    • Hephaestion
    • 2024
    Mido Hamada
    Mido Hamada
    • Darius
    • 2024
    Dino Kelly
    Dino Kelly
    • Ptolemy
    • 2024
    Alain Ali Washnevsky
    Alain Ali Washnevsky
    • Mazaeus
    • 2024
    Waleed Elgadi
    Waleed Elgadi
    • Bessus
    • 2024
    Agni Scott
    Agni Scott
    • Stateira
    • 2024
    Jadran Malkovich
    Jadran Malkovich
    • Parmenion
    • 2024
    Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones
    Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones
    • Self - Cardiff University, Wales
    • 2024
    Salima Ikram
    Salima Ikram
    • Self - The American University, Cairo
    • 2024
    Carolyn Willekes
    Carolyn Willekes
    • Self - Mount Royal University, Calgary
    • 2024
    Jennifer Finn
    Jennifer Finn
    • Self - Loyola University, Chicago
    • 2024
    Ali Ansari
    Ali Ansari
    • Self - University of St Andrews, Scotland
    • 2024
    Touraj Daryaee
    Touraj Daryaee
    • Self - University of California, Irvine
    • 2024
    Nada El Belkasmi
    • Barsine
    • 2024
    Calliope Limneos-Papakosta
    Calliope Limneos-Papakosta
    • Self - Archaeologist, Director of HRIAC
    • 2024
    Mansour Badri
    • Satrap Mazaces
    • 2024
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    Reviewers say 'Alexander the Great: Hero or Conqueror' offers an engaging narrative with impressive visuals and strong performances, particularly in portraying Alexander and Darius. However, it faces criticism for historical inaccuracies, poor acting, and its hybrid format. Some viewers value its entertainment and artistic liberties, while others find it misleading and shallow. The depiction of Alexander's personal life sparks debate, making it an ambitious yet flawed series.
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    4catschasemice9594

    Alexander the Shallow

    Maybe the creators didn't want to remake the Farrell Alexander. Or maybe there wasn't enough info that would be palatable to the Netflix audience that gets bored in the age of TikTok. Nita particularly good look at Alexander's life. The series starts with Al in exile at age 20. It leaves out his education with Aristotle and the taming of his famous horse. These two stories are part of the legend. Why they were left out is beyond me. Another reviewer noted the flaws in the armor worn by the troops. I can't speak to that but the horses were too large and the tack was off. I get really annoyed by that detail. Narrators pop in and out to provide sciencey exposition that stops the motion of the story. I'd suggest reading The Persian Boy instead of watching this series. And let's quit making the Persians the Evil Empire. It was a long lived and culturally diverse area that existed as part of the Silk Road. A series on Persia would be fascinating.
    5nikator-11816

    Evaluate the documentary for what it is

    I'm impressed at least by the fact that Netflix is paying more attention to audiences who are interested in history.

    Having said that, I think the hardcore history audience will also demand a lot from the Netflix series.

    They're such nerds that they've read everything and expect Netflix to present it to the public just like the books.

    It's a docudrama with very strong drama, but it could be worse.

    There are a lot of inaccuracies it is true. But giving this documentary 1/10 because you think "Alexander was Greek not Macedonian" reveals how stupid you are despite knowing more about Alexander than the producers.
    nbalaschsola

    Was this made by a child?

    Alexander: The Making of A God" arrived on Netflix, and as someone perpetually on the lookout for hidden gems in historical dramas, I stumbled upon this series with a mix of curiosity and hopeful anticipation. The prospect of uncovering a captivating portrayal of Alexander the Great, one of my top historical figures, was a promising prospect. However, what I discovered within the first few minutes of the series left me with a sense of disillusionment, prompting an abrupt halt to my viewing experience.

    Unlike the eager anticipation often associated with highly anticipated releases, my eagerness was more akin to a quest for a hidden treasure. Unfortunately, the treasure proved elusive, as the series failed to meet even the modest expectations I had set for an engaging historical drama.

    The initial disappointment stemmed from the lackluster acting that permeated the series. The characters, including the pivotal role of Alexander himself, felt like mere shadows of their historical counterparts. The performances lacked the depth and authenticity required to bring these historical figures to life, leaving the audience with a detached and unengaging experience. In contrast to my initial hope for a diamond in the rough, the cast's inability to convey the complexities of their characters left me feeling as though I had stumbled upon fool's gold.

    Compounding the issue was the uninspired direction that failed to salvage the lackluster performances. The series stumbled through crucial events in Alexander's life without allowing the narrative to breathe or the characters to evolve. The pacing felt disjointed, resulting in a narrative that lacked cohesion and emotional resonance. It was a missed opportunity to explore the intricate relationships and political intrigue surrounding Alexander, turning what could have been an exciting historical drama into a forgettable and uninspiring series.

    My decision to pause the first episode and navigate away from Netflix was not driven by a sense of betrayal or dashed expectations but rather by the realization that my quest for a hidden gem had led me astray. The show, rather than being an unpolished masterpiece waiting to be discovered, turned out to be a lackluster addition to the historical drama genre.

    It's worth noting that this unexpected disappointment came as a surprise, especially considering Netflix's track record of delivering quality original content. While every streaming platform has its hits and misses, "Alexander: The Making of A God" stands out as an unfortunate misstep in a sea of otherwise commendable productions. It raises questions about the curation process and quality control mechanisms in place for Netflix originals, leaving viewers like myself wondering how such a lackluster series made its way onto the platform.

    In conclusion, my eagerness to uncover a hidden gem in historical drama led me to "Alexander: The Making of A God," only to be met with a series that failed to deliver on its potential. The combination of subpar acting and uninspired direction diminished the allure of exploring Alexander the Great's story, leaving me with a sense of missed opportunity rather than the triumphant discovery I had hoped for. For those seeking engaging historical dramas, this series may not be the treasure trove they are looking for.

    It was so bad, so fast, that I put it down instantly.
    4elmoutesidi

    Watch it as a drama, NOT a documentary

    Not a spoiler, highly inaccurate series. I agree with anither review saying that the 300 movie was more accurate than this 😂. So many missed moments, missed battles, inaccurate events oh so many. It felt like watching something like "ancient aliens", like this is a hypothesis of a couple of PhDs. The disappointing part also is that one of the historians is from St Andrews University. It had such high standards.. Clearly not anymore. Although, that historian was the most serious and studious than the rest of them! One is in love with Alexander and is telling a story that he has in his mind and the other is almost like making fun of him. What an odd series. Only reason I put 4 stars, is for the drama series, not the historians nor the highly inaccurate story.
    1lalasour

    Very inaccurate

    I found the documentary disappointing due to its inaccurate portrayal of historical figures, particularly Darius. The depiction of Darius with a turban and eyeliner seemed more akin to a caricature than a respectful representation of the Persian Emperor, who was a significant figure in establishing human rights. Persia was the cradle of art and architecture at the time and at its highest. This portrayal of Darius felt more like a misrepresentation, leaning towards an 'Arabic snake dancer' stereotype rather than a dignified leader of the largest empire of the time. It seemed as though the documentary was more a tribute to Alexander rather than an objective historical account, failing to accurately represent the facts and events of that era. This was a letdown, as I expected a documentary to offer a factual and unbiased view.

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      This is no clear historical evidence that Alexander and Stateira, Darius' wife, had a sexual relationship. In the series, historian Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones cites Plutarch as saying that Stateira died in childbirth and suggests that the child could not have been Darius', given how long she has been separated from him. Yet Plutarch had also written that Alexander showed no interest in Stateira. Plutarch also said that Darius heard the news about his wife's death from an escaped eunuch, who'd been captured along with the women. The eunuch had defended Alexander, suggesting that "[Darius] should even admire Alexander for having shown greater self-restraint in dealing with Persian women than valor against Persian men."

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    • Release date
      • January 31, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official Netflix
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Büyük İskender: Nasıl Büyük Oldu?
    • Filming locations
      • Morocco
    • Production companies
      • Lion Television
      • LionTV
      • Tailfeather Productions
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      • 45 minutes
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      • Dolby Digital
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      • 16:9 HD

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