Kingdom of Heaven (2005)
Cast and Synopsis
Martin Hancock, Michael Sheen, Nathalie Cox, and Eriq Ebouaney star in Kingdom of Heaven (2005). During the Crusades of the 12th century, Balian of Ibelin (Orlando Bloom) travels to Jerusalem. There, he finds himself as the defender of the city and its people.
Historical Context
Kingdom of Heaven is set in Jerusalem in the 12th century, during the period between the Second and Third Crusades. At that time, a fragile peace existed through the efforts of its enlightened Christian king, Baldwin IV (Edward Norton).
Key Characters
Balian of Ibelin: A blacksmith who is forced to become a knight and defend Jerusalem.
King Baldwin IV: A leper king who is wise and compassionate.
Tiberias: The Marshal of Jerusalem, who is ambitious and ruthless.
Princess Sibylla: Baldwin's sister, who is married to Guy of Lusignan.
Raynald of Châtillon: A ruthless Crusader who provokes war with Saladin.
Critical Reception
Kingdom of Heaven received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film's visuals and action sequences, while others criticized its historical inaccuracies and lack of depth.
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