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Gladiator, 2000

Starring: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Written by: David H. Franzoni

Language: English

Country: UK, USA

Runtime: 155 min

MPAA Rating:

Rating:8.4

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The mood of Gladiator is captivating, exciting, and rough. The plot centers around a tragic hero, a master warrior, and themes of unfulfillment. It is an adventure, period, and drama movie. Stylistically, Gladiator has a Hollywood tone and is epic. In approach, it is serious and realistic. The setting is the Roman Empire. Gladiator happens in ancient times. Visually, it involves special effects. The musical score is orchestral. Gladiator is known for being a modern classic, an Oscar winner, and a blockbuster. It is especially suggested for a boys' night and a date night. Note that it includes strong violent content.

Summary of Gladiator

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. 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.

Details

Language:	English
Country:	UK, USA
Release date:	1 May 2000
Runtime:	155 min
Awards:	Academy Awards

Awards

Russell Crowe for Best Actor at the 2000 Academy Awards

Awarded Best Picture at the 2000 Academy Awards

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Russell Crowe

as Maximus

Joaquin Phoenix

as Commodus

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Director Ridley Scott on the set of Gladiator (2000)

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TV Guide

Brawny, he-man spectacle combined with a surprisingly solid story and buttressed by excellent performances. Full Review

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by: Maitland McDonagh

Variety

John Mathieson's widescreen cinematography is magnificent, and the pacing across 2½ hours is well modulated. Full Review

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by: Todd McCarthy

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Gritty but elegant, really just stunning

What else can I say. Definitely makes my top 10 of the 2000's. The acting is superb, the story flowed smoothly and the ending was gripping and draws a tear from my eye every time. Read and rate it

10.July.2011
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by: ryrhodes
ryrhodes rated this movie10/10Must See

Warning!

Magnificent film. My fave. Also magnificently edited. Do not watch the extended version if you haven't seen it before. It really weakens the film. Read and rate it

12.July.2010
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by: Katakin
Katakin rated this movie10/10Must See

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