The Romans came to conquer — but the land had its own gods and its own rules.
Britannia (2025) is a bold historical epic that plunges into the brutal and mystical clash between the Roman Empire and the ancient Celtic tribes of Britain. Set during the Roman invasion of 43 AD, this cinematic reimagining of the TV series captures a violent and mesmerizing era where myth, magic, and war collide in a struggle for domination and identity.
The story follows General Aulus Plautius (Oscar Isaac), a cunning and ruthless Roman commander tasked with conquering the untamed British Isles. But what begins as a military campaign quickly transforms into a spiritual and psychological battle, as Aulus encounters fierce resistance from the Druids — mysterious priests who channel the island’s ancient power — and from the warrior queen Antedia (Eva Green), who unites fractured tribes under a banner of vengeance.
As Roman legions march deeper into hostile territory, they’re met not only with blades but with curses, visions, and ancient gods. The line between madness and prophecy blurs as Aulus himself begins to question the empire’s mission — and his own mind. Meanwhile, a young outcast named Cait (Nell Tiger Free) may hold the key to a prophecy that could reshape the fate of Britannia and the world beyond.
Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Britannia combines visceral battle sequences, sweeping landscapes, and spiritual mystery into a saga that’s both historically rich and mythically charged. It’s not just about the invasion of a land — it’s about the soul of a people.