Reformation: Europe's Holy War

October. 03,2017      
Rating:
8
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Historian David Starkey tells the story of the Protestant Reformation and how it transformed the face of modern Europe, unleashing fundamentalism, terror and religious violence.

David Starkey as  Himself - Presenter

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Reviews

Stoutor
2017/10/03

It's not great by any means, but it's a pretty good movie that didn't leave me filled with regret for investing time in it.

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StyleSk8r
2017/10/04

At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

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Erica Derrick
2017/10/05

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

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Jakoba
2017/10/06

True to its essence, the characters remain on the same line and manage to entertain the viewer, each highlighting their own distinctive qualities or touches.

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