a historical story begins in the year 1184 during the time of the Crusades for the city of Jerusalem. Balian, (Orlando Bloom), a peasant blacksmith in France is visited by Godfrey of Ibelin (Liam Neeson). Godfrey reveals to Balian that he is his father, and he asks Balian to come with him and fight in the Crusades. Balian tells his father that he is mourning his wife, who has just committed suicide after the death of their newborn.
Balian is forced to fight for survival. He defeats an Arab "champion" and gains the respect of his Muslim opponents. He eventually presents himself to King Baldwin of Jerusalem (Edward Norton) and is confirmed as Baron of Ibelin. Balian finds Ibelin to be a remote desert oasis, but does his best to manage his new lands well.
When King Baldwin dies, the truce with the Muslims is broken, and the Christians ride out to assault Saladin's (Ghassan Massoud) mighty army then besieges Jerusalem.
Balian and the people of Jerusalem fight for their lives as Saladin assault the city. They are badly outnumbered. Saladin graciously allows them to leave the city, provided they leave all precious objects and gold behind. Balian returns to France. He is approached by King Richard (of England) asking if he is Balian of Ibelin. Balian replies that he is a blacksmith, nothing more.
great movie, just like what bible's said.
director: Ridley Scott
writer : William Monahan
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