Modern Rome Alternate History Video Prompt

Prompt

Create a 30-second ultra-photorealistic cinematic alternate-history video imagining what modern Rome would look like if the Roman Empire had never fallen. 0–5s — The Eternal Capital Aerial sunrise over a vast modern Rome. The Colosseum, Roman forums, aqueducts, and monumental marble architecture remain perfectly preserved while seamlessly blending with modern skyscrapers and infrastructure. Slow cinematic descent toward the city. 5–10s — Modern Roman Streets Move smoothly to street level. Busy avenues filled with electric cars, buses, motorcycles, cafés, and realistic pedestrians. People wear contemporary clothing with subtle Roman-inspired details. Latin signage appears naturally throughout the city. 10–15s — Imperial Rome, Modernized Track past a gigantic government complex combining classical Roman columns with modern glass and stone architecture. A professional ceremonial Roman guard marches through the streets in realistic contemporary uniforms inspired by ancient Roman military design. 15–21s — The Living Colosseum Approach the Colosseum, now a fully functioning cultural landmark. Thousands of people enter through its illuminated arches while modern transportation and city life continue around it. Preserve its authentic ancient architecture while integrating subtle modern technology. 21–26s — Everyday Roman Life Pass through a magnificent Roman piazza filled with cafés, fountains, street vendors, commuters, families, and tourists. Capture small natural human interactions so the civilization feels genuinely lived-in. 26–30s — The Eternal Empire Rise into a spectacular sunset aerial shot. The ancient Roman skyline blends naturally into a massive modern metropolis as city lights begin illuminating the streets. End on a monumental Roman eagle insignia overlooking the city. STYLE: Ultra-photorealistic live-action cinematography, realistic humans and crowds, natural movement, physically accurate architecture, authentic marble and stone textures, realistic reflections, atmospheric haze, natural lighting, subtle motion blur, cinematic depth of field, believable traffic and environmental details. Make it feel like real documentary footage from a parallel universe, not CGI or concept art. No fantasy technology, flying cars, exaggerated futuristic buildings, costumes, distorted faces, plastic skin, warped architecture, subtitles, or watermark.