In a discussion about the ancient city of Pompeii, actor Tom Hiddleston shares his transformative experience visiting the site at 17. He describes how the preserved ruins made history feel immediate and alive, highlighting Pompeii as a symbol of our connection to the ancient world. Hiddleston reflects on the emotional impact of seeing plaster casts of victims, including a poignant image of an adult embracing a child, which underscored the human tragedy of the eruption. This experience deepened his appreciation for the ancient world and its influence on modern society.
QUESTION: How might visiting a historical site like Pompeii change your perspective on history and its relevance to today’s world?
Why Tom Hiddleston finds Pompeii so haunting—and so human
