The use of archaic Latin is the show's most defining feature. Created by Matteo Rovere, who also directed the similarly styled film The First King ( Il Primo Re ), the series uses a script that was meticulously reconstructed with the help of historians and linguists.
: Linguists have noted the use of proto-Indo-European roots, such as "Bhrater" instead of the classical "Frater" for brother, and specific verb endings like "esti" that give the dialogue a unique, rhythmic vibe. Romulus (2020) ondertitels
: By choosing a dead language, the production forces viewers to engage with the story through subtitles, which emphasizes the "otherness" of this ancient culture. The use of archaic Latin is the show's most defining feature
: The raw sounds of the language complement the show’s "mud and blood" aesthetic, making the religious rituals and brutal combat feel more immediate and less like a sanitized history lesson. Key Themes and Historical Realism Romulus (TV Series 2020–2022) - IMDb : By choosing a dead language, the production