Caesar's Contribution To The Life Of Brutus

In all of Roman history, perhaps one of the most influential men was that of Lucius Junius Brutus. At the pinnacle of his life, he was able to start a revolution that overthrew a monarchy and helped to establish what would become the most power land in the ancient world: Rome. Yet, despite his accomplishments, he has seen very little recognition compared to some Romans, like Julius Caesar. However, Brutus’s life should not be kept in the shadows. For this reason, I propose that a film dedicated to the life of Brutus merits attention.
One of the main reasons Brutus stands out is the era in Roman History he was from. At the time, Rome was under the rule of a tyrannical monarchy: one that was generally negative for the majority of the Roman people. …show more content…
This clip should echo the past in that Lucretia’s final words are shown through the eyes of Brutus. After she passes, he takes her body into the streets and expresses a monologue intended to rally his fellow Romans. However, Brutus should not simply spew words. The camera should detail his struggle to this point. Brutus is moving around in the crowd, truly connecting with them. Minimum special effects will need to be utilized during the scene, however the score and lighting should both play a crucial role in complementing the atmosphere of the scene. The score should start off slowly, with great tension, as the light as are slightly dimming than usual. Then, as the speech reaches its climax, the music begins a grand crescendo and the lighting becomes clear; at the same time, the camera should pan upwards to show the Romans ready to earn the virtue of libertas.
A movie based upon the life of Brutus would be an honor to his legacy. Not only is his overall character interesting, his story demonstrates values that should be at the core of every society. That is, when there is a threat that harms the positive way of life for a group of a people, there should be action taken to better the lives of a society’s