Crusades: Crescent & the Cross
Synopsis
The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross presents the epic battle between two superpowers of the Middle Ages: the Christian Crusaders and the Muslims. Fought over two centuries, the conflict decided the fate of the Holy Land of the Middle East. Only a tiny strip of land, just a few hundred miles long, it contained the ultimate prize: the city of Jerusalem. The documentary is driven by the key personalities of the First, Second and Third Crusades, the popes, kings, sultans, and knights who, in the name of God, ruthlessly fought for land and power. Experience the murder, treachery, and bloodshed of this legendary chapter of history through the eyes of key historical figures such Richard the Lionheart and Saladin, King Louis VII and Nur al-Din. With breathtaking CGI-enhanced visuals, heart-pounding reenactments, and the stunning footage from rarely seen locations, The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross brings the first three Crusades alive for a new generation in conflict.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 6, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stuart Elliott, Mark Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart Elliott
- Original Score
- Avshalom Caspi
- Original Title
- Crusades: Crescent & the Cross
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 0m
- Production Studios
- Dune Films, Lion Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stuart Elliott, Mark Lewis
Stuart Elliott
Avshalom Caspi
Jeff Baynes
Richard Bradley
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Elliott
Director
Mark Lewis
Director
Stuart Elliott
Writer
Avshalom Caspi
Original Music Composer
Jeff Baynes
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Crusades: Crescent & the Cross about?
The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross presents the epic battle between two superpowers of the Middle Ages: the Christian Crusaders and the Muslims. Fought over two centuries, the conflict decided the fate of the Holy Land of the Middle East. Only a tiny strip of land, just a few hundred miles long, it contained the ultimate prize: the city of Jerusalem. The documentary is driven by the key personalities of the First, Second and Third Crusades, the popes, kings, sultans, and knights who, in the name of God, ruthlessly fought for land and power. Experience the murder, treachery, and bloodshed of this legendary chapter of history through the eyes of key historical figures such Richard the Lionheart and Saladin, King Louis VII and Nur al-Din. With breathtaking CGI-enhanced visuals, heart-pounding reenactments, and the stunning footage from rarely seen locations, The Crusades: Crescent & the Cross brings the first three Crusades alive for a new generation in conflict.
Who directed Crusades: Crescent & the Cross?
Crusades: Crescent & the Cross was directed by Stuart Elliott, Mark Lewis.
Who stars in Crusades: Crescent & the Cross?
The principal cast of Crusades: Crescent & the Cross includes Keith David, Nayef Rashed.
When was Crusades: Crescent & the Cross released and how long is it?
Crusades: Crescent & the Cross was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 3h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Crusades: Crescent & the Cross?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crusades: Crescent & the Cross was composed by Avshalom Caspi.