The Ruins of Empires movie poster

The Ruins of Empires

April 28, 2018 0h 29m

Originally released in 2018. The Ruins of Empires is a history film. directed by Andy Serkis. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Akala, Emmanuel Donaldson, and Colin Salmon

Synopsis

The Ruins Of Empires is an innovative performance piece by Hip Hop Artist and writer Akala. It is an abridged version of his epic poem of the same name and is a personal interpretation of history as told through the 'knowledge seeker' performed by Akala himself. He follows the course of mans evolution, via astral travel and multiple reincarnations, in an attempt to discover the cause of the rise and fall of Empires. It is driven by a musical score by Mala and Paul Gladstone-Reid and combines innovative animation techniques and emerging technology with some of the most ground breaking creative talents in the industry, under the creative guidance of Andy Serkis and The Imaginarium.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 28, 2018 7 years ago
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Runtime 0h 29m 29 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Greenacre Films
  • The Imaginarium
  • BBC Two
  • Immovable Productions
  • BBC Arts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ruins of Empires about?

The Ruins Of Empires is an innovative performance piece by Hip Hop Artist and writer Akala. It is an abridged version of his epic poem of the same name and is a personal interpretation of history a...

Who directed The Ruins of Empires?

The Ruins of Empires was directed by Andy Serkis.

How long is The Ruins of Empires?

The Ruins of Empires has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).

When was The Ruins of Empires released?

The Ruins of Empires was released on April 28, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Ruins of Empires?

The main cast of The Ruins of Empires includes Akala, Emmanuel Donaldson, Colin Salmon, Greta Mendez, Sona Jobarteh.