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The Fall of the Roman Empire

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6.6
3,635
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Original title
The Fall of the Roman Empire
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Running time
173 min.
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United States United States
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Genre
Adventure. Drama | Historical. Roman Empire. Epic film
Synopsis
Marcus Aurelius Antonius, philosopher-emperor of Rome, summons his empire's governors and princes to German war headquarters for a Pax Romanus. He confides to his daughter, Lucilla, that his adopted son, Livius, will succeed him instead of his more unstable heir, Commodus. Overhearing this, Cleander, a blind prophet loyal to Commodus, presents Marcus with a poisoned apple. After the funeral, Livius, who does not share Lucilla's ambition for himself or Rome, allows Commodus to proclaim himself emperor. Lucilla marries Sohamus of Armenia. While pestilence ravages Rome, Commodus continues his vain, licentious behavior, neglecting all symptoms of unrest while banishing anyone reminding him of his responsibilities: Livius, Lucilla, Timonides the Greek.
Awards
1964: Nominated for Oscar: Best Soundtrack
1964: Golden Globes: Best Motion Picture Score
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User history
The Fall of the Roman Empire
1964
Anthony Mann
6.6
(3,635)
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