Question 1

Why were the Dacian costumes in the film so difficult to create?

Accepted Answer

Director Sergiu Nicolaescu traveled to Rome to study Dacian costumes on Trajan's Column. The costumes were created by Romanian costume designer Hortensia Georgescu.

Question 2

Which French actress played Meda, and who was initially sought for the role?

Accepted Answer

Meda was played by French actress Marie-José Nat. The role was initially sought by Lica Gheorghiu, daughter of Romanian Communist leader Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej, but director Nicolaescu refused.

Question 3

What historical facts about the Dacians are mentioned in relation to the film?

Accepted Answer

The Dacians were Thracian tribes in modern Romania. King Decebalus ruled 87–106 A.D., committed suicide rather than be captured. Major wars occurred in 88, 101–102, and 105–106 A.D.

Question 4

What was significant about this film for director Sergiu Nicolaescu?

Accepted Answer

It was Sergiu Nicolaescu's first feature-length film as director and also his first as an actor.

Question 5

How did the film perform in terms of viewership in Romania?

Accepted Answer

According to a 2006 press release from the Romanian Filmmakers Union, it was the fourth most watched Romanian film of all time.

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