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Hi everyone, My name is Stuart, I’ve just released the first episode of a documentary series exploring Ancient Rome—not just its history, but the aesthetic and ideological machinery that shaped public perception. It’s a project built entirely with free software and a lot of sweat, aiming to fuse historical themes with modern parallels of belief, spectacle, and control. We’ve gone to great lengths to ensure every visual element is ethically sourced and deeply thematic—from guilloche patterns to red vellum textures—echoing Roman ritual while reflecting modern systems of ceremony. Crafted with care, this first episode explores how spectacle, ritual, and belief shaped public life in Ancient Rome—and what it reveals about power today. This first episode is a foundation for a larger series that will move from symbol to system, exploring the interplay between spectacle and truth. If you’re drawn to the intersection of history, ideology, and visual storytelling, I’d be honoured if you gave it a watch and shared your thoughts. 👉 (And if you’ve worked on similar projects, I’d love to hear how you approached your themes. Dialogue beats duplication.)