Examines the life of the Roman emperor Nero, discussing the motives behind his theatrical gestures, his impact on Roman history, his view of himself as a heroic figure, and other related topics.
The public and private lives of six key men who ruled the Roman Empire: Julius Caesar; Augustus; Nero; Hadrian; Constantine; and Justinian. Includes unequaled location footage; unseen images; and careful re-enactments bringing the series to life.
The life and rule of the first century Roman emperor Nero, who became head of the world's mightiest empire at the age of sixteen and later became infamous for his cruelty and eccentricity.
Presents the life of the Roman leader who became emperor at sixteen, ordered his mother to be murdered to attain more power, and often misused his power against his people who lived in fear of him.
