Massacre in Rome

Massacre in Rome

Directed by George P. Cosmatos

Produced by C. C. Champion, Les Films Concordia

197399 min6.3 / 10

A stark historical drama depicting the brutal Nazi reprisal killings in occupied Rome, grounded in documented atrocity and moral reckoning.

In the Nazi occupied city of Rome, an assault on an SS brigade draws retaliation from the military governship. "Massacre in Rome" is the true story of how this partisan attack led to the mass execution of Italian nationals under the orders of SS-Lieutenant Colonel Kappler.

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  • Is Massacre in Rome sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.

  • Is Massacre in Rome violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.

  • Is Massacre in Rome easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.

  • Is Massacre in Rome scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.

  • Does Massacre in Rome end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.

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