Storyline

After being hired for an aborted coup, a group of unscrupulous warriors is abruptly disbanded. One of the mercenaries, Martin (Rutger Hauer), is determined to get revenge on his dismissive employer, Arnolfini (Fernando Hillbeck). To carry out his plan, Martin abducts the lovely Agnes (Jennifer Jason Leigh), the intended wife of Arnolfini's son, Steven (Tom Burlinson). Soon Martin and Steven are locked in an ongoing battle to see who will ultimately win the hand of Agnes.

Plot Keywords

mercenary, warrior, beautiful woman, leader, fiancé, emotional, intense, italy, city, castle, battle, love triangle, vengeance, plagues, arranged marriage, love, revenge, 16th century

Short Review

Phenomenal!! You will not be bored. This is an excellent film by Verhoeven who works his intellectual commentary into the film so well that many people will not be able to see it. I loved this movie and would watch it again.

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