Hero of Rome (1964): Cast & Plot
Hero of Rome is a 1964 action adventure film directed by Giorgio Ferroni, starring Roldano Lupi as Porsenna, Gordon Scott and Massimo Serato. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Giorgio Ferroni
- Original language
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Italian - Studio
- Dorica Film
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hero of Rome About?
The premise of Hero of Rome without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In ancient Rome, the populace finally overthrows their despised monarch, Tarquinius, and proclaims the city a republic. Seeking to regain the throne, Tarquinius allies with the Etruscan king Porsenna. The brave Roman commander Mucius takes up the cause to thwart their scheme and defend the fledgling republic.
Hero of Rome Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- girlfriend
- love
- revenge oath
- rape attempt
- attempted rape
- attempted kiss
- etruscan
- attempted gang rape
- camp
- campy
- 6th century b.c.
- justice
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- ancient rome
- combat
- war violence
- violence
- wrestling
- truce
- sword fighting
- politics
- musclemen
- left handedness
- hand prothese
- dagger
- blood
- battle
- archer
- ambush
- knife throwing
- coward
- burned hand
- training
- sword and sandal
- self inflicted burn injury
- revenge
- peplum
- muscular
- male female relationship
- hero worship
- fight to the death
- assassination attempt
- war hero
- traitor
- sword duel
- roman soldier
- military alliance
- hostage
- hand wound
- exiled dictator
- escape
Hero of Rome Cast & Characters
Roldano Lupi leads the cast as Porsenna, with Gordon Scott as Mucius and Massimo Serato as Tarquin. Directed by Giorgio Ferroni; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Giorgio Ferroni
- Roldano Lupi as Porsenna
- Gordon Scott as Mucius
- Massimo Serato as Tarquin
- Franco Fantasia as Claudius
Also Starring in Hero of Rome
· 5 more- Philippe Hersent Publicola
- Maria Pia Conte Valeria
- Gabriele Antonini Arunte
- Gabriella Pallotta Clelia
- Bernard Farber Milone
Hero of Rome Plot Summary
What happens in Hero of Rome from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The city-state of Rome has just expelled its Etruscan overlords and become a republic. In response, the Etruscans declare war in an effort to reclaim their territory. The exiled king Tarquin, Massimo Serato, remains bent on continuing the conflict to regain his throne, and he orders his men to kill Mucius, Gordon Scott, later. The stage is set for a clash between a newly independent Rome and a resurgent old guard, a struggle that will test loyalty, courage, and the price of freedom.
Full summary
The whole story of Hero of Rome, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Hero of Rome?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Hero of Rome Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Le colosse de Rome” and “Brazo de Hierro”.
- Also known as
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- Le colosse de Rome
- Brazo de Hierro
- Spartacus - Der Held mit der eisernen Faust
- El coloso de Roma
- Římský kolos
- Der Titan mit der eisernen Faust
- O Colosso de Roma
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Hero of Rome FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Hero of Rome, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hero of Rome?
Hero of Rome runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Hero of Rome released?
Hero of Rome was released on April 22, 1964.
Who directed Hero of Rome?
Hero of Rome was directed by Giorgio Ferroni.
More films by Giorgio Ferroni Who is in the cast of Hero of Rome?
Hero of Rome stars Roldano Lupi as Porsenna, Gordon Scott as Mucius and Massimo Serato as Tarquin, among 9 credited actors.
Does Hero of Rome have a post-credit scene?
No. Hero of Rome has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Hero of Rome in?
The original language of Hero of Rome is Italian.
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