The Prince of Homburg(1997)

The Prince of Homburg, disobeys orders and leads a cavalry charge in battle against the Swedes, which leads to victory. He is court martialled however for disobeying orders and sentenced to death. His love who is now to be betrothed to the King of Sweden, following his execution appeals to the Elector, her uncle, on his behalf, as do his comrades in battle. He must also contend with his own desire to live and conflicting sense of honour.

Genre: Drama

Director: Marco Bellocchio

Actors: Andrea Di Stefano, Barbora Bobulova, Toni Bertorelli, Anita Laurenzi, Fabio Camilli, Gianluigi Fogacci, Italo Dall'Orto, Bruno Corazzari, Diego Ribon, Pierfrancesco Favino

Release date: 1997-05-08

Country of origin: Italy

Length: 1h 29m

Ratings:

• 6.7/10