When Greek culture and influence were at their height, the Olympic games drew tens of thousands of people from Greek colonies along the length of the Mediterranean and the shores of the Black Sea. At the heart of this two-part documentary is an ambitious reconstruction of the major events of the ancient games-from chariot racing to combat sports. Leading experts from universities around the world acted as historical advisors; stunt men, horse wranglers, 40 young athletes, and hundreds of extras were involved in the staging.