Empire (2005) Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

The assassination of Julius Caesar has plunged Rome into chaos, and the only hope for the once-thriving empire lies in the ability of his 18-year-old nephew Octavius to defeat the manipulative Marc Anthony in this epic miniseries starring Santiago Cabrera and directed by John Gray, Kim Manners, and Greg Yaitanes. On the eve of Caesar's demise, Rome is thrown into anarchy and Octavius is thrust into exile with his guardian Tyrannus lest he meet a similar fate as his uncle at the hands of those who wish to see Caesar's bloodline severed once and for all. In the years that follow, Octavius is trained by his faithful mentor for the day he will return to Rome and seek revenge against the man who orchestrated his uncle's downfall. - Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

DVD Release Date:
11/29/2005
Run Time:
257 min.
Distributor(s):
Touchstone Television
Production Co.:
Storyline Entertainment, Taranus Ltd.
Themes:
Rise To Power, Out For Revenge, Death in the Family
Tone:
Forceful, Rousing, Atmospheric, Lavish, Sweeping
Keywords:
Roman-Empire, assassination, emperor, exile, mentor, nephew, revenge
Language:
English
Status:
DVD