Slave of Rome (1961)

In the tumultuous era of Julius Caesar's reign, the tranquility of Rome is shattered when a vengeful tribe of Gauls led by the ruthless Lysircus ambushes and annihilates the legion of Gaius Valerius. In the wake of this treachery, Caesar turns to his son, Tribune Marcus Valerius, entrusting him with the daunting task of retribution. Alongside his loyal British and German auxiliary legionaries, Marcus embarks on a perilous journey to Gaul, determined to avenge his father and prevent the hostile tribes from aligning with Vercingetorix, the formidable leader of all Gallic tribes. Meanwhile, within the heart of Gaul, tribal leader Modius yearns for peace. Having once experienced the grandeur of Rome, he acknowledges its superior culture and wishes to renew the broken treaty. His deepest desire is to ensure tranquility for his beloved daughter, Antea. However, Lysircus, driven by his vehement anti-Roman stance, plots a dangerously provocative political path that leads to betrayal and the tragic death of Modius. In the aftermath, Antea finds herself drawn to the Romans, compelled to join their ranks as they seek refuge in a swamp. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, a spark ignites between Antea and Marcus, challenging her loyalties and questioning her identity. Will she renounce her Gaulish roots forever for love, or will the tides of war pull them apart? In the grand tapestry of "Slave of Rome," alliances are tested, cultures clash, and hearts intertwine, encapsulating a timeless tale of love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of peace.

Slave of Rome is an adventure movie featuring Rossana Podestà.

Slave of Rome is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.