The Legion

The Legion

R 2020 · 96 min · ★ 6.2 · Adventure, History, Action

Noreno, a half-Roman, is entrusted with the mission of crossing the snowy mountains of Armenia, swarming with Parthian patrols, to seek help for his slowly dying men.

Directed by Jose Magan

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