Alexander
The greatest legend of all was real
Directed by Oliver Stone
Produced by Intermedia Films, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 3 & Produktions
An ambitious historical epic chronicling Alexander's military conquests and personal ambitions across the ancient world, balancing grand-scale warfare with intimate character study.
Alexander, the King of Macedonia, leads his legions against the giant Persian Empire. After defeating the Persians, he leads his army across the then known world, venturing farther than any westerner had ever gone, all the way to India.
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Is Alexander violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of films.
Does Alexander end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Alexander sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Alexander scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Alexander easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Conventional, and it does not land.
How unlike any other film this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Everything like Alexander, and what each one shares →
Like Alexander
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Alexander
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Alexander, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Alexander, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Alexander, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
