What is The Slave?
Role: Television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Slave" (1962).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1962
- Release date
- Aug 24, 1962
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama, History
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10
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Role: Television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Slave" (1962).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, asterisks, headings, bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Slave (Italian: Il figlio di Spartacus).
Release Date: 08/24/1962 (IT).
Genres: Adventure, Drama, History.
Runtime: 1h 40m.
Director: Sergio Corbucci.
Stars: Steve Reeves and Gianna Maria Canale.
Context: Italian peplum film. Unofficial sequel to Stanley Kubrick's 1960 film Spartacus. Includes a mention of the character Varinia.
Plot:
Decurion Randus is promoted to centurion by Caesar.
Sent to Egypt to inform Caesar about Marcus Licinius Crassus (co-triumvir, rich and ambitious).
A sea trip from Egypt to Rome leads to Randus being taken captive by mercenary troops.
A revolt occurs, leading to freedom for Randus and the other slaves.
Randus has an amulet from his late mother, who
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“A gripping exploration of adventure and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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The Slave holds a community rating of 5.9/10. It offers engaging Adventure, Drama for fans of the genre.
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The Slave is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 1962.
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