King Arthur
Director: Antoine Fuqua
Actors: Clive Owen, Stephen Dillane, Keira Knightley
PlotIn the waning days of the Roman Empire, the story reimagines the legend of Arthur, a courageous warrior bound by duty and honor, who is torn between the ideals of Rome and the loyalty to his fellow comrades-in-arms. Arthur, portrayed as a Roman officer, commands a unit of knights originally hailing from Sarmatia in Eastern Europe. These knights, having served Rome for 15 years in hopes of earning their freedom, are nearing the end of their obligated service. Despite their longing to return home, the knights are tasked with one final mission that tests their allegiance and valor. The mission leads them through a perilous journey beyond the boundaries of the Roman Empire, into territories where the rules of Rome no longer apply.
Throughout their treacherous quest, they encounter Guinevere, a fierce and skilled warrior from a local tribe, who challenges Arthur’s views and forces him to confront his destiny. As the narrative unfolds, Arthur and his knights find themselves embroiled in a conflict that goes beyond mere survival. They are drawn into a fight for the freedom of Britain from the tyranny of both the departing Roman rulers and the encroaching Saxons. As Arthur grapples with his identity between being a leader under Rome and a king to his people, the story delves deep into themes of freedom, loyalty, and the quest for identity amidst the chaos of a crumbling empire and the dawn of a new era.
Writers: David Franzoni
Release Date: 07 Jul 2004
Runtime: 126 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: Ireland, United Kingdom, United States
Language: English, Latin, Irish Gaelic, Welsh, Gaelic
Home Video Reviews
King Arthur: Director's Cut fails, saved only by its audio. For die-hard fans only.
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