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Production Year: 2000 - Action/Adventure - Director: Ridley Scott - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring:David Schofield, Tomas Arana, Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Oliver Reed, Richard Harris, Derek Jacobi, Connie Nielsen more

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Ridley Scott (BLADE RUNNER, ALIEN) transports Hollywood to second-century Rome in this rousing historical epic that proudly harkens back to such films as BEN-HUR and SPARTACUS....
more...Russell Crowe plays Maximus, a Roman general who leads the troops in conquering Germania for the empire. When an aging Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris) tells Maximus that he'd like him to rule Rome once he's gone, a classic confrontation ensues between the brave and charming soldier--who wants to return home to his wife, son, and farm--and the jealous and conniving Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), the emperor's only son, who is thirsty for power. Bought as a slave by the profiteering Proximo (Oliver Reed, in his last role), Maximus must kill or be killed in the ring, battling to save not only himself but the future of the very empire that he loves and honors. The film features a terrific battle sequence (that recalls the beginning of SAVING PRIVATE RYAN), huge crowd scenes of thousands of people, and even a little romance, albeit mostly taboo. The impeccably choreographed gladiator scenes are violent yet thrilling, flashing by like lightning. GLADIATOR is a glorious spectacle filled with heart and soul.





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MAXIMUS impactimus
A review by theblondeone on Gladiator DVD
August 4th, 2000


Author's product rating:   Gladiator DVD - rated by theblondeone

Did you enjoy it? Liked it 
Story Outstanding 
Characters / Performances Outstanding 
Special Effects Good 
Soundtrack Good 

Advantages: Very realistic setting and true to era
Disadvantages: A little on the gorey side

Recommend to potential buyers: yes 

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This film is an all time epic - a must see! If you can stand the gore as Romans are slaughtered on the battlefield and in the arena you'll ove this film. A very moving plot with lots of high quality acting and emotion. A very touching tale that leaves you feeling amazed.

I feel that this film gives a reasonably accurate picture of life as a Roman soldier - the way the cities and arenas are generated is extremely impressive and the quality of it all will astound you. An excellent use of music and emotional appeal too.
 

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