In the wake of the Magna Carta, King John was defied by a number of Bishops who believed his rule of slaughter not the one to follow, wishing instead for the return of their true King, Richard the Lionheart, he of the Crusades. Rochester Castle is...

Let's get one thing straight - I can't comment on the historical accuracy of this movie because I don't know enough about the period. More informed reviewers, besides, have already declared it shaky. So, the reason I had to superglue my bum to the sofa...