Set in the 5th or 6th century, the plot follows Tristan (James Franco), a Cornish warrior raised by Lord Marke (Rufus Sewell). After being poisoned in battle and presumed dead, Tristan washes ashore in Ireland, where he is secretly nursed back to health by the Irish princess Isolde (Sophia Myles).
The tragedy begins when Tristan wins a tournament on behalf of Lord Marke, unknowingly securing Isolde's hand in marriage for his own surrogate father. The resulting love triangle forces the characters to choose between personal passion and the political stability of their warring nations. Why It Stands Out Tristan Isolde(2006)
: Eagle-eyed fans will spot a young Henry Cavill as Melot, Tristan’s friend and rival. The Verdict: A Hidden Gem? Set in the 5th or 6th century, the