Quo vadis - Masters of the Word

Crucifixion, being torn apart by lions, or being burned, this was the retribution for the Christian faith in its early days. The famous historical novel about power and purity of soul takes us to ancient Rome, where the Emperor Nero is ruling. The pompous and powerful empire is torn by the sharp contrast between the profligacy of the rich and the suffering of the poor. Roman society, however, is primarily divided by faith. After dramatic events, the notoriously cruel ruler Nero wants to punish the Christians he accused of setting Rome on fire. Will they be able to win the fight for mercy?