Murder in Rome (2005)

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Cicero, the future Consul of Rome, is just starting out as a trial lawyer in crime-ridden Rome where assassinations for political advantage and for estate grabbing had become de rigueur. The matriarch of a prominent family hires him to defend a relative on a charge of patricide. He faces one of the shrewdest criminal trial prosecutors in the Republic who is backed by powerful political forces with motives to see that his client is convicted and executed in one of the most horrible manners possible.

Director: David Stewart
Genre: History, Drama, Documentary
Runtime: 45 min
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Cast

Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English, Latin
Original Language: en

Themes

Epic Historical Stories

Keywords

historical

More Films by Director: David Stewart
More Films in Genre: History, Drama, Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murder in Rome about?
Cicero, the future Consul of Rome, is just starting out as a trial lawyer in crime-ridden Rome where assassinations for political advantage and for estate grabbing had become de rigueur. The matriarch of a prominent family hires him to defend a relative on a charge of patricide. He faces one of the shrewdest criminal trial prosecutors in the Republic who is backed by powerful political forces with motives to see that his client is convicted and executed in one of the most horrible manners possible.
Who directed Murder in Rome?
Murder in Rome was directed by David Stewart.
Who stars in Murder in Rome?
Murder in Rome stars Paul Rhys, Owen Teale, Mark McGann, Penny Downie, Antony Byrne.
How long is Murder in Rome?
Murder in Rome has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).
What genre is Murder in Rome?
Murder in Rome is a History, Drama, Documentary film.
Where was Murder in Rome produced?
Murder in Rome was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Murder in Rome?
The themes of Murder in Rome include: Epic Historical Stories.