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The Eagle (2011)

The Eagle (2011)
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Academy Award-winning director Kevin MacDonald re-teams with The Last King of Scotland screenwriter Jeremy Brock for this historical epic set in second century Britain and following young centurion Marcus Aquila on his quest to solve the mystery of the missing Ninth Legion. The year is 135 A.D. It's been 15 years since the Ninth Legion went missing in the mountains of Scotland, and it's up to Marcus Aquila (Channing Tatum) to find out what happened. His own father was the commander of the Ninth, and by discovering what fate befell the fearless leader, Aquila could restore his failing reputation. Crossing Hadrian's Wall and navigating the treacherous highlands of Caledonia won't be easy though, especially since Aquila's only traveling companion is his British slave, Esca (Jamie Bell). Along the way, Aquila will attempt to make peace with his father's memory as he and Esca confront the savage tribes of the land and attempt to recover the lost legion's golden emblem -- the treasured Eagle of the North. Donald Sutherland and Mark Strong fill out the rest of the starring cast. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Jamie BellMark Strong, (more)
Director(s):
Kevin Macdonald
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
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Synopsis of The Eagle

Academy Award-winning director Kevin MacDonald re-teams with The Last King of Scotland screenwriter Jeremy Brock for this historical epic set in second century Britain and following young centurion Marcus Aquila on his quest to solve the mystery of the missing Ninth Legion. The year is 135 A.D. It's been 15 years since the Ninth Legion went missing in the mountains of Scotland, and it's up to Marcus Aquila (Channing Tatum) to find out what happened. His own father was the commander of the Ninth, and by discovering what fate befell the fearless leader, Aquila could restore his failing reputation. Crossing Hadrian's Wall and navigating the treacherous highlands of Caledonia won't be easy though, especially since Aquila's only traveling companion is his British slave, Esca (Jamie Bell). Along the way, Aquila will attempt to make peace with his father's memory as he and Esca confront the savage tribes of the land and attempt to recover the lost legion's golden emblem -- the treasured Eagle of the North. Donald Sutherland and Mark Strong fill out the rest of the starring cast. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
114 mins

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Director(s):
Kevin Macdonald
Writer(s):
Jeremy Brock
Producer(s):
Duncan Kenworthy
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13(War Violence, Adult Situations)
Categories:
ForeignAction / Adventure
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William L.

A mix of Centurion and Gladiator, but nowhere nearly as good as Gladiator and minus the gore of Centurion. Channing does an ok job. Overall, this was a descent film but forgetable.

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CrazyMovieBo Y.

If you can sit through the slow parts, it is actually a really good movie. I suggest renting it so you can take some breaks as there are so many slow parts you might fall asleep. I was ready to give up on the movie all together, then about an hour in, it all started to make sense. The movie is not so much about fighting. It is a quest to find the lost Eagle, in the same way the Ring was the goal in the Lord of the rings.

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Jenna H.

Great movie if you aren't the type who needs action all the time. Very enjoyable and if you know any Irish, it can be great fun trying to catch the meanings without viewing the subtitles.

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