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‘Those About to Die’ Thrills San Diego Comic-Con With Behind-the-Scenes Look at Its Circus Maximus
"Those About to Die," Peacock's buzzy new historical epic, brought some gladiator flare to San Diego Comic-Con with a star-studded panel.
Executive producer and director Roland Emmerich was flanked by stars Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas and Gabriella Pession as they provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the drama. The series is set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told and unveiling the dirty business of giving the mob the blood and sport they crave. Upon entry, guests were divided into the 5 factions from the show and given the chance to whip a pair of reins to power their team’s chariot to victory in a Gaslamp District “Circus Maximus”
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