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Mainstream critics and reviewers voiced their strong disapproval. Many pointed out that the series lacked depth, context, and historical accuracy, instead opting for melodramatic and sensationalized storytelling that felt more like fiction than scholarship. For example, Game of Thrones-style dramatic sequences were interwoven with what critics described as "cringy" and poorly crafted narratives, undermining any sense of scholarly authority.
One critic, Chris Joyce, noted, "While the information is comprehensive, the presentation works against the scholarly authority by creating melodramatic sequences." Others commended Adele James, the actress portraying Cleopatra, as a rare positive element amid the chaos, describing her performance as "by far the best thing about the show."