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Released
2005 · FILM

Crusades: Crescent & the Cross

Directed by
Stuart Elliott, Mark Lewis
Written by
Stuart Elliott
Runtime
180 min
Documentary

Synopsis

The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross explores the epic conflict between the Christian Crusaders and the Muslim forces during the Middle Ages, a struggle that spanned two centuries and determined the fate of the Holy Land in the Middle East. Though the region was only a few hundred miles long, it held immense significance, particularly the city of Jerusalem, the ultimate prize in the conflict. The documentary focuses on the key figures of the First, Second, and Third Crusades, including popes, kings, sultans, and knights who waged war in the name of God for land and power. Through the perspectives of historical figures such as Richard the Lionheart, Saladin, King Louis VII, and Nur al-Din, the series reveals the violence, betrayal, and bloodshed of this pivotal period in history. Featuring CGI-enhanced visuals, reenactments, and footage from rarely seen locations, The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross brings the first three Crusades to life for a new audience.

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Principal cast & crew: 9

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Edited by Simon GreenwoodShot by Jeff BaynesScored by Avshalom Caspi

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