Il primo re

"A timeless story of love, blood, and conflict."

Jan 31 2019 TV-MA 2h 3m
Drama, History

Romulus and Remus, two shepherds and loyal brothers, end up taking part to a journey that will lead one of them to be the founder of the greatest nation ever seen. However, the fate of the chosen one will pass from killing his own brother.

Plot

Romulus and Remus are 18-year-old shepherds brothers living in peace near the Tiber river. Convinced that he is bigger than gods' will, Remus believes that he is meant to become king of the city he will found together with his brother. But their tragic destiny is already written. This incredible journey will lead the two brothers to creating one of the greatest empires the world has ever seen.

Written by

Filippo Gravino, Francesca Manieri, Matteo Rovere

Directed by

Matteo Rovere

Production Countries

Italy, Belgium

Production Companies

RAI, Belgische Taxshelter voor Filmfinanciering, Regione Lazio, Belfius, Casa Kafka Pictures, European Union, Roman Citizen Entertainment, VOO, 01 Distribution, GapBusters, Groenlandia, BeTV, MiBAC

Languages

Italiano, Latin

Awards

13 wins & 27 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
6,341
Average Rating
6.5 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA