I recently watched 'Augustus - The Roman Empire will be his at any cost' on DVD, and it's definitely a mixed bag. As someone who enjoys historical dramas, I was intrigued by the Emmy Award-winning director's take on this pivotal figure.

The production quality is undeniably high - the costumes and sets transport you straight to ancient Rome. However, I found the pacing uneven. Some scenes dragged while others felt rushed through important historical moments.

What surprised me most was how polarizing this film is. My historian friend loved it for its attention to detail, while my movie-buff friend dozed off halfway through. Personally, I appreciated the attempt to blend documentary facts with dramatic storytelling, though it doesn't always work seamlessly.

The DVD itself has decent special features, including some interesting commentary about the challenges of portraying such a complex historical period. While not perfect, I'd recommend it to history enthusiasts willing to overlook some pacing issues for the sake of its educational value.