When Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender)
explores the memories of his ancestor Aguilar and gains the skills of a
Master Assassin, he discovers he is a descendant of the secret
Assassins society.
Director: Justin Kurzel
Writers: Bill Collage (screenplay),
Adam Cooper (screenplay)
Stars: Michael Fassbender,
Marion Cotillard,
Jeremy Irons
Storyline
Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories,
Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his
ancestor, Aguilar, in 15th Century Spain. Callum discovers he is
descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses
incredible knowledge and skills to take on the oppressive and powerful
Templar organization in the present day.
Movie Summary
The story is a prequel to the video game Assassin's Creed II. It centers
around the father of the game's main character, Ezio Auditore da
Firenze. Giovanni is an assassin living during the Renaissance in 15th
century Italy. At this dawn of a new era, a conspiracy is being plotted
by one corrupt family to overthrow the powerful Medici family and
destroy a unified Italy. As an assassin, Giovanni must face this threat
and bring justice. The story introduces the situation before Assassin's
Creed II, and the enemies of both characters.