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by **Bud** on 08 Oct 2005, 03:16

Anyone watching? I'm enjoying it alot. Too bad its just a miniseries...

http://www.hbo.com/rome/

by **imnoangel1975** on 10 Oct 2005, 18:01

I love it - I'm hooked. Pullo is the best character - I sometimes ache from laughing at his folly. I'm a bit confused by last night's episode though - what's with Octavia and Sevillia? I don't understand the love affair there. Is this just an HBO ploy to sexy up the dreary war story line?

by **imnoangel1975** on 12 Oct 2005, 18:18

Bud, it's not just a miniseries - HBO has ordered a second season.

News UPDATED!

09.12.2005 | HBO renews the epic drama series Rome

HBO has renewed its epic drama series ROME for a second season, it was announced today by Carolyn Strauss, president, HBO Entertainment. Production of the 12-episode second season will begin next March, with the debut set for 2007.

"Although the first season of ROME is just underway, we're affirming our support for this exciting and ambitious series by preparing for a second season now," noted Strauss. "I'm delighted that critics and subscribers share our enthusiasm for the show."

The initial episodes of ROME have inspired legions of critical praise. TV Guide hailed it as a "feast for the eyes" and a "ripping good story," as well as a "shamelessly enjoyable historical romp." USA Today called ROME "as extravagant, enticing and chaotic as Rome itself," adding, "you may never want to leave." The Washington Post described the series as "ravishing and wickedly shocking," and "a feast for the senses that includes generous portions of food for thought."

by **Bud** on 13 Oct 2005, 03:22

Cool!! Thanks for the info Ang.

I was wondering about the storyline you mention too. Maybe the daughter has more up her sleeve than meets the eye - its all part of some scheme.

That was some end to the last episode. Caesar sure was a wise leader...

by **Bud** on 18 Oct 2005, 02:45

what's with Octavia and Sevillia?

I'm more confused after last night's episode. I don't get the juxtaposition with the Cleopatra/Caesar dalliance...

by **imnoangel1975** on 20 Oct 2005, 18:38

I'm more confused after last night's episode. I don't get the juxtaposition with the Cleopatra/Caesar dalliance...

With Ptolemny dead, that made Cleopatra Queen of Egypt. Rome at that time was heavily dependent on Egypt for imports. Cleopatra's safety was in grave danger while Ptolemy was living. Their juxtaposition made their union a super power by united the two nations and saved Cleopatra's life and reign.

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