The Cantabrians

The Cantabrians

1980 · 107 min · History, War

In this film Paul Naschy embodies the Roman general Agrippa Vipsanio in a fierce battle against the tribal leaders Cantabrians, Corocota. Fierce battles, gladiators fighting, adventure and intrigue in this film as in the Roman conquest of Hispania.

Directed by Paul Naschy · Written by Paul Naschy

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