Over centuries, the literal monster evolved into a metaphorical one. In common language, a "chimera" now represents:
The title itself is a double entendre. While it nods to the mythical fire-breathing beast of Greek lore, it primarily refers to a "chimera" in the metaphorical sense: an elusive, impossible dream. For Arthur, this dream is his lost love, Beniamina. While his rowdy companions dig for artifacts to sell for wine money, Arthur digs for a way back to her, using a supernatural "gift" to sense the voids where ancient Etruscan tombs lie hidden. A Masterclass in Visual Texture La Chimera La Chimera