Poland / USA,
2001, 160 min
(Alternative: 135 min)
Directed by:
Jerzy KawalerowiczScreenplay:
Jerzy KawalerowiczCinematography:
Andrzej J. JaroszewiczComposer:
Jan A.P. KaczmarekCast:
Pawel Delag, Magdalena Mielcarz, Boguslaw Linda, Michal Bajor, Jerzy Trela, Franciszek Pieczka, Krzysztof Majchrzak, Rafał Kubacki, Andrzej Tomecki (more)Plots(1)
This familiar tale of Christianity set against the backdrop of Emperor Nero and the burning of Rome begins when soldier Marcus Vinicius returns to the Eternal City for rest and relaxation. Polish action star Boguslaw Linda costars as Vinicius’s uncle Petronius, an official in good standing with the corrupt Emperor. Vinicius’s loyalties are tested when he becomes interested in the teachings of Jesus through his sweetheart Lygia. (official distributor synopsis)
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