description Centurion Overview
Centurion portrays the desperate struggle of the Roman Ninth Legion following their isolation during a brutal campaign in Britannia around 123 AD. The film highlights the challenges faced by Roman soldiers confronting fierce resistance and dwindling supplies within a historically accurate setting. It’s notable for its depiction of early Roman military tactics and survival against overwhelming odds, appealing to viewers interested in historical fiction and action-oriented war stories.
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info Centurion Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2010 |
help Centurion FAQ
Is Centurion based on the real disappearance of the Ninth Legion?
The film uses the legendary disappearance of Legio IX Hispana as the basis for a fictional survival story. Historical records do not confirm the movie's version of the legion being destroyed by Picts in Britain.
Who is Quintus Dias in Centurion?
Quintus Dias, played by Michael Fassbender, is a Roman officer who survives a Pictish attack and joins the Ninth Legion. He later leads a small group of survivors trying to escape across hostile territory.
Why is Etain hunting the Roman survivors?
Etain is a Pictish tracker whose family suffered at Roman hands, leaving her with a personal hatred of Rome. Olga Kurylenko plays the nearly silent warrior sent to eliminate Quintus and the remaining legionaries.
Is Centurion connected to The Eagle?
No. Both films draw on the mystery of the Ninth Legion, but Neil Marshall's Centurion and Kevin Macdonald's The Eagle tell separate stories with unrelated characters.
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