The series "Spartak: Gods of the Arena" was released in 2011 and gained immense popularity among fans of historical films. The creators managed to perfectly convey the atmosphere of that time, show the cruelty that reigned in the arenas where the gladiators fought for the amusement of the crowd. The huge advantage of the series "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena" is the actors who masterfully performed their roles, so it will be very useful to talk more about them.
Short story
Good gladiators were no less popular in ancient Rome than prominent politicians, actors, and military leaders. Gannikus is the best of the best. The soul of the company, a man desired for any woman and a source of huge income for the owner, he is completely satisfied with his life.
Every day he enters the arena in order to gain another victory over the enemies, get a portion of fame and earn considerable money for Batiatus. Oh quite happy with what he has - an abundance of good wine and beautiful women. Gannik is so good that he is even freed from training and the tough routine that is standard for ordinary gladiator slaves.
But once his life changes abruptly: the best arena warrior receives an order to sleep with the wife of a close friend - Enomai. He cannot refuse and carries out the order. But Gannik could not even imagine what the consequences of this act would be ...
Main characters
The strength of the mini-series "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena" is the actors. Each of them played its role perfectly, forcing the audience to believe in the reality of what is happening.
The main role was played by Australian actor Dustin Claire. He played Gannicus, a brave gladiator who is considered the best in the Roman city of Capua. For a long time, Gannik enjoyed life, received everything he wanted, and as a payment he killed any enemy he met in the arena. Everything changed after one night spent with the wife of her best friend Enomaya.
The role of Enomai was played by Peter Mens. In reality, Enomai was a native of Thrace, but for "political correctness" in the series he was made a black native of Africa. He joined the rebellion of Spartacus, becoming one of the leaders and inspirers of the movement.
The main female role went to Lucy Lawless, who played the role of Lucretia. Surprisingly insidious, dastardly, not legible in means, she is ready to do anything to achieve her goals. A skilled lover, she uses her skills to win over any man, turning yesterday’s opponents into faithful servants.
Minor Characters
Of course, the non-scheduled actors also made a considerable contribution. “Spartacus: Gods of the arena” is a wonderful background that makes one believe in the reality of everything that is happening on the screen.
For example, the Scottish actor John Hannah masterfully played Lentulius Batiatus - the owner of Gannicus and the founder of one of the best gladiator schools in the southern part of the Roman Empire.
Jamie Murray got the role of Gaia - a close friend of Lucretia, who she often uses to achieve her own goals.
Marissa Ramirez was able to perfectly convey all the experiences of Melitta - the slave of Lucretia, the wife of Enomai and the mistress of Gannicus.
Of course, it was the vivid roles and actors of Spartak: Arena Gods that made him a popular and beloved series by many fans.