The Profession of Arms
German landsknechts under the command of Georg von Frundsberg set out for Rome in the fall of 1526 at the behest of Emperor Charles V. Giovanni de' Medici's weak papal forces try to pursue them through a severe winter. However, through the cunning of its Lords, the Imperial soldiers were able to ford the rivers that blocked their path and get artillery. Giovanni de' Medici suffers a falconet shot to the leg during a fight. All of our best efforts to save him were in vain, and he ultimately passed away. Rome is under attack from Imperial forces. The film depicts the harsh conditions and lack of glory of combat in a setting that is gorgeous but unpretentious. After Giovanni de'Medici's death, the commanders of Europe's armed forces made a public announcement that they would no longer employ fire weapons due to their brutality.
Released: 2001-05-11
Duration: 105
min