The sadistic emperor Kisra (Ben Kingsley) demands a daughter as tribute from every tribal chief of the kingdom. When the rebellious princess Hind and her father flee into the desert, he sends his forces after them. With a $150-million budget, director Rupert Wyatt (RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES) delivers a lavish adventure epic, featuring countless extras, breathtaking action stunts, and spectacular desert landscapes.