The Past on Screen

Where history meets entertainment. This blog category analyzes and reviews period-piece movies and television shows, exploring their portrayal of historical events, figures, and themes.

  • The Past on Screen: The Gilded Age (Season Two)

    You may have noticed this post came sooner than usual. That’s because the wait to move onto the new season, Season Three, is absolutely tearing me apart. I’m half minded to give you guys a short and sweet post, just… Continue reading

    The Past on Screen: The Gilded Age (Season Two)
  • The Past on Screen: The Gilded Age (Season One)

    Literally named after an actual historical era, The Gilded Age is a cinematic representation of (primarily) New York in the late-ish 1800’s; 1882 to be precise. Similar to what prompted me to write a post about 1923, a new season… Continue reading

    The Past on Screen: The Gilded Age (Season One)
  • The Past on Screen: The English

    “The English,” a 2022 Western drama series, has captivated audiences with its gripping storyline and stunning visuals. Set in 1890’s America, the show explores themes of love, revenge, and redemption. “The English” can be viewed on Amazon Prime video and… Continue reading

    The Past on Screen: The English