The Roman consul, "Marcus Valerio," portrayed by Georges Marchal, is taken prisoner and subjected to torture at the hands of “Zenobia,” played by Anita Ekberg, the fierce Queen of Palmyra who’s leading a rebellion. Instead of simply having him executed, she decides he could be valuable in their plans to win a larger upcoming battle and ultimately gain independence. "Marcus" is undeniably handsome, and the queen quick…