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Here is a short clip from the movie A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966): Entry of Miles Gloriosus (also on repeat)

It's a perfectly played vainglorious braggart soldier stock character from ancient Roman comedy. Enjoy.

I watched this movie in high school Latin years ago and most likely wouldn't have heard of the movie if not for that teacher. It's an absolutely brilliant comedy, very much in the same flavor of Monty Python, but not in the same intensity.

Fantastic play and film. Miles Gloriosus (1000 victories IIRC) is my go to name when I need a bombastic hero or general.

Huh, it's by Stephen Sondheim, I would have sworn it was early Mel Brooks.

Miles as in soldier (milites), Gloriosus as in vainglorious braggart.