Titus
Director: Julie Taymor
Actors: Anthony Hopkins, Jessica Lange, Osheen Jones
PlotAfter returning victorious from a brutal war, Roman general Titus Andronicus brings the defeated Queen of the Goths, Tamora, and her three sons to Rome. Seeking justice for the loss of his own sons, Titus sacrifices Tamora's eldest, igniting a cycle of vengeance. Tamora ascends to power as the new empress by marrying Saturninus, the newly crowned and capricious emperor. Her rise fuels her desire for retribution against Titus and his family, culminating in a horrific series of retaliatory actions.
As tensions escalate between the factions, Titus descends into madness, consumed by grief and a thirst for revenge. Through a web of political machinations, betrayals, and harrowing violence, both families engage in a gruesome battle for dominance. Meanwhile, the younger generation, including Titus's daughter Lavinia and Tamora's remaining sons, are ensnared in the tragic fallout of their parents' blood feud. The story unfolds with a gripping intensity, leading to a dramatic and inevitable confrontation, highlighting themes of power, revenge, and the devastating consequences of unchecked anger.
Writers: William Shakespeare, Julie Taymor
Release Date: 11 Feb 2000
Runtime: 162 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom, Italy, United States
Language: English, Latin
Home Video Reviews
Titus' Blu-ray boasts impressive audio and noteworthy performances, though the video quality fails to offer a significant upgrade over the DVD release.
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