The Sack of Rome

The Sack of Rome (1992) follows a respected painter who refuses to abandon Rome as imperial mercenaries march toward the city in 1527. As the invading army sacks Rome, he is subjected to humiliation, violence, and captivity while witnessing the devastation of those closest to him. This Italian-Russian historical drama blends psychological trauma, wartime brutality, and erotic exploitation while examining artistic identity, moral collapse, and human survival amid cultural destruction.