Marcus Aurelius: The Meditations of an Emperor

Marcus Aurelius ruled Rome at its height while quietly writing the private reflections that became the Meditations. This film explores the life of the philosopher emperor who sought wisdom amid the burdens of power. It traces how Stoic principles guided a man responsible for an empire. Thoughtful and absorbing, it brings together the ruler and the thinker in one remarkable life. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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