Big Screen Rome: Celebrating Two Decades On Screen and in the Arena

Celebrating the teaching and influence of Monica Cyrino’s readings of “Big Screen Rome”, this conference explores ongoing representation of the ancient world in cinema. Organized by A. Bakogianni and A. McCauley, and hosted by the University of Auckland, New Zealand, February 2, 2026.

Papers and Discussion led by:

Alex McAuley, University of Auckland

Anastasia Bakogianni, Massey University, New Zealand

Hamish Cameron, Victoria University of Wellington

Sylvie Magerstaedt, Notre Dame University, Australia

Jeff Tatum, Victoria University of Wellington

Antony Augoustakis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Chris McDonough, University of the South, Sewanee

Walter Penrose, San Diego State University

Kirsten Day, Augustana College

Monica Cyrino, The University of New Mexico

Set mind to purpose. Are we not entertained! 🏛️⚔️📽️