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Coriolanus

(2011)

Rated R for some bloody violence.

R In Theaters 01/20/2012 , 122min.
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Plot & Details

Caius Martius 'Coriolanus' (Ralph Fiennes), a revered and feared Roman General is at odds with the city of Rome and his fellow citizens. Pushed by his controlling and ambitious mother Volumnia (Vanessa Redgrave) to seek the exalted and powerful position of Consul, he is loath to ingratiate himself with the masses whose votes he needs in order to secure the office. When the public refuses to support him, Coriolanus's anger prompts a riot that culminates in his expulsion from Rome. The banished hero then allies himself with his sworn enemy Tullus Aufidius (Gerard Butler) to take his revenge on the city.
  • MPAA Rating: R
  • Genre(s): Drama,Epic and Historical
  • Run Time: 122min.
  • Theatrical Release Date: 01/20/2012
  • DVD Release Date: 05/29/2012
  • Distributor(s): The Weinstein Company
  • Director(s): Ralph Fiennes
  • Starring: Ralph Fiennes , Gerard Butler , Vanessa Redgrave , Brian Cox , Jessica Chastain
  • Themes: Rise and Fall Stories,Heads of State
  • Tone: Gritty,Literate,Talky,Visceral,Explosive
  • Keywords: General,riot [uprising],loyalty,political-conflict,treason
  • Country of Origin: USA - Expanding (01-13-2012),USA - Limited (12-02-2011)
  • Language: English

Awards

British Academy of Film and Television Arts

Year Award CategoryCast & Crew Result
2011 British Academy of Film and Television Arts Carl Foreman Award Ralph Fiennes Nominated

Toronto International Film Festival

Year Award CategoryCast & Crew Result
2011 Toronto International Film Festival Film Presented Nominated