Agora

Name: Agora
Genre: Adventure, Drama, History
Released: 2009-05-17
Duration: 127 min
Rating: 7

2009 · Movie · PG-13 · 127 min · ★ 7.0 · 55% critics

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Set in Roman Egypt, this historical drama follows a philosopher in Alexandria as she navigates a volatile city. Her slave faces a painful choice between devotion and the chance at freedom amid the rise of Christianity.

Also known as Mists of Time

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Years: 2009
Release date: 2009-05-17
Language: English
Rated: PG-13
Runtime: 127 min
Max quality: HD
Critic score: 55/100
TMDB rating: 7.0/10 (1,562 votes)

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You’ll likely enjoy Agora if you want a dramatic clash of reason and religion in ancient Alexandria, plus an intimate human story; Not for you if you want strict historical accuracy or prefer lighter, faster-moving period tales like The Light Between Oceans.

Pros: powerful performances; thought-provoking themes; immersive ancient setting | Cons: historical accuracy debates; pacing complaints; heavy-handed messaging