This interminable epic about besieged clansman demonstrates both gall and Gaul, since it takes forever to chronicle an obscure historical insurrection. In 60B.C., Vercingetorix (Christopher Lambert) seems the logical choice to unify his people against Caesar's occupation of the Celtic Isles. Years before, Vercingetorix's father fell victim to collusion by collaborators eager to appease Caesar (Klaus Maria Brandauer) and consolidate their own power. Now, Caesar dusts off his divide-and-conquer strategy by offering the Druids half of all the booty they seize if they help him roust Barbarian tribes from Britain. Expecting the Druids to come out losers, Caesar figures hi...
Released:
2001
Rated:
R
Length:
114 mins