Summary: The Prince of Homburg, disobeys orders and leads a cavalry charge in battle against the Swedes, which leads to victory. He is court martialled however for disobeying orders and sentenced to death. His love who is now to be betrothed to the King of Sweden, following his execution appeals to the Elector, her uncle, on his behalf, as do his comrades in battle. He must also contend with his own desire to live and conflicting sense of honour. (imdb)

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AKA: The Prince of Homburg

Genres: Drama, War

Country: Italy

Directed By: Marco Bellocchio

Written By: Marco Bellocchio, Heinrich von Kleist

Starring: Andrea Di Stefano, Toni Bertorelli, Barbora Bobulova, Anita Laurenzi, Fabio Camilli, Gianluigi Fogacci

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