Halle Berry in the movie "Perfect Stanger"
I would like to say in my fake headline: “Halle Berry my first choice for Zenobia,” says Spielburg…but frankly I don’t have the power to make him do anything and so far he has done a pretty good job on his own. If he did take suggestions, I would strongly suggest to make Queen Zenobia the project of his next film. If anyone looks like a queen, especially of a strong empire, this is the lady. I got an email from Judith Weingarten who wrote the book: Zenobia: Empress of the East who expressed the same frustration at Hollywood’s blind eye when it comes to this subject. I am currently checking out her web site and blog at: http://judithweingarten.blogspot.com/
I suggest that you head on over there and tell me what you think.
Rob Cain has traveled extensively through Europe, Italy, and Egypt. He was formerly on active duty with the United States Army. He is a fan of history, and enjoys reading books on the history of Rome. He currently has a podcast presentation on itunes and hipcast. The blog is for the free and open discussion of Ancient Rome based on Mr. Cain's observations noted in his podcast. Most episodes start out with an original dramatic narration written by Mr. Cain. In the podcasts he will include his own unique commentary, and interviews with subject matter experts. Comments are welcome and will be highlighted on the show. 
Episode 10, “Nothing New Under the Sun. Get Over it”, features the book, “The Ancient Guide to Modern Life” written by author, comedian, and TV commentator Natalie Haynes.” Whether political, cultural, or social, there are endless parallels between the ancient and modern worlds. Whether it's the murder of Caesar or the political assassination of Thatcher; the narrative arc of the hit HBO series, The Wire, or that of Oedipus; the popular enthusiasm for the Emperor Titus or President Obama – over and over again we can be seen to be living very much like people did 2,000 or more years ago. It's time for us to re-examine the past. Our lives are infinitely richer if we take the time to look at what the Greeks and Romans have given us in politics and law, religion and philosophy and education, and to learn how people really lived in Athens, Rome, Sparta and Alexandria. 
This is a book with a serious point to make but the author isn't just a classicist but a comedian and broadcaster who has made television and radio documentaries about humor, education and Dorothy Parker. This is a book for us all, not for an elite.
A rarity: one copy of Zenobia is available for under 10 GBP on amazon uk: http://tinyurl.com/39psv86. On Amazon USA, they are asking over $ 100!
I think that’s pretty cool that your book is going for $100.
Rob, I would much rather see Marion Cotillard in the role of Queen Zenobia. She’s such a talented actress, with a strong presence and would do nicely playing a more exotic character. Antonio, Lisbon, Portugal.
I saw something on the web: $133.67. It is going up.