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Modern classic.

Advantages: Rousing action sequences, excellent acting, beautiful score, fast paced, gorgeous cineamtography.
Disadvantages: Graphic violence may put some off.

...to old school swords-and-sandals flicks. Gladiator is one of those rare films where all the relevant boxes are ticked: riveting action sequences, strong lead, slimy villain, wonderful supporting cast, classy period detail, gorgeous cinematography, perfect SFX, moving score and just a downright thrilling tale of a man wronged. Russell Crowe is tremendous in the role and it has rightfully made him one of cinema's biggest stars and the late Richard ...
...Ridley Scott is a master of visuals and here was the perfect opportunity in recreating a new (old) world - much in the way he does with Blade Runner he fills the screen with details that demand repeat viewings. Meanwhile the script is a surprisingly moving tale which makes the revenge all the more sweet. A modern classic. ...

Syklone 16.08.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Gladiator (DVD)

Your mission is to watch this movie and enjoy the ride.

Advantages: Total feel good action frenzy
Disadvantages: With the beautiful cars, women and locations you will want to join MI5

Sleak, stylish and breathtaking is what you come to expect from a John Woo movie, Mission Impossible 2 does not disappoint. Along with the acting talents of Tom Cruise (Ethan Hunt) and the beauty of which is Tandy Newton (Nyah Nordoff-Hall) the movie delivers a fast paced action adventure not to be missed that rivals any James Bond movie to date. Spectacular panoramic scenes of Cruise negotiating the cliffs of Nevada are only to be compared to the ...
...he tries to take control of the fate of the deadly Chimera Virus created by scientists. Tremendous action sequences interspersed with dramatic slow motion scenes make this a delight to watch from start to finish, a real must for the wanna be action hero in all of us. And unlike the usual messages, this one will not self destruct... enjoy. ...

Shaunie_Shuu 26.05.2009 · Read full review

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~ What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity ~

Advantages: Captivating Story, Amazing special effects, Great acting.
Disadvantages: Quite long for those who get bored.

...In Eternity ~ Gladiator is my all time favourite film so I thought id do a review would be a good idea. I first saw the film when my mum rented it when it came out at the video shops. As I was only 12 nearly 13 when the film was released in the cinemas I couldn't go as it is a 15. I think I have seen the film about 20 times now as I have it on DVD and I never get bored of watching it. It is a very long film but this doesn't put me off watching it ...
...who became a Gladiator, a Gladiator who defined an Emperor- * CAST * > Russell Crowe- Maximus Decimus Meridius Maximus- A successful general who became a Slave and then a Gladiator. Maximus is a loving husband and father and has total respect from, his men. He seeks revenge for his murdered family and is a very religious and faithful man. Russel Crowe is a well known actor and it is said that Mel Gibson was asked orginally to play the role but he ...

blackmagicstar4 19.11.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Gladiator (Extended Special Edition) (DVD)

I feel the need, the need....to get everyone off the bus!

Advantages: Easy to watch, acting, FX
Disadvantages: Nothing really, perhaps a little dated

If Speed was to be released now, it would be considered a bit behind the times an the special effects would be considered a bit run of the mill. The plot would be average and predictable, and the excitement factor would be softened by the general presentation. However, when it came out in 1994, it was hailed as a huge blockbuster, with Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock heading the billing in the middle of a good run on both their careers. And with ...
...so, it works perfectly. Speed is available to buy from amazon.co.uk for £4.88. It's well worth giving a go if you catch it on TV or buy the DVD. An easy to watch film that I happily recommend. It's nothing special in many ways, but definitely one I'd be happy to watch whenever it's on. ...

pmcds 02.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Speed (DVD)

Dr Jones and his magical skull

Advantages: Harrison Ford
Disadvantages: Weak story

The fourth instalment in the Indiana Jones series, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, was released in 2008. This film was directed by Steven Spielberg. This Indiana Jones film is set in 1957 and sees the archaeologist and adventurer, Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), having to contend with Soviet agents, led by Irina Spalko (Cate Blanchett), who are searching for the mystical city of Akator, which is believed to be the mythical resting ...
...Mutt Williams (Shia LaBeouf), informs Indiana that his colleague, Harold Oxley (John Hurt), has been kidnapped along with Mutt's mother, and Indy's former love, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), the pair resolve to rescue them and return the skull before the Soviets. This could prove difficult especially when Indiana's friend and sidekick, Mac Michale (Ray Winstone), turns out to be working with the Soviets. This is a good film, but the story is a ...

mozzie76 10.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull (DVD)