Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan

Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan

Greatness comes to those who take it.

Directed by Sergei Bodrov

Produced by Andreevsky Flag Film Company, Kinofabrika

2007125 min6.8 / 10

An epic historical drama tracing a slave's brutal ascent to world conquest, balancing visceral warfare with the forging of an empire through ambition and survival.

The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan, a slave who went on to conquer half the world in the 11th century.

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  • Is Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.

  • Is Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan one of a kind? No. Less singular than 90% of films.

  • Is Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.

  • Is Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.

  • Is Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

  • Does Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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