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Nov 21, 2023 · Gladiator (2000): Film Review. Thaddeus Buttrey. November 21, 2023. A cavalcade of exceptional visuals, great acting and top notch direction makes Gladiator one of Hollywood’s greatest epic films. The epic is a difficult film to pull off well; it seems for every Lord of the Rings or Seven Samurai, there’s a Pearl Harbor or a Waterworld.
Sep 29, 2014 · Ailing Marcus Aurelius (Harris) would like his favourite soldier and confidant to take over and pass power to the Senate. His heir, however - the insecure Commodus (Phoenix) - feels miffed by the ...
May 5, 2000 · In the year 180, the death of emperor Marcus Aurelius throws the Roman Empire into chaos. Maximus is one of the Roman army's most capable and trusted generals and a key advisor to the emperor. As Marcus' devious son Commodus ascends to the throne, Maximus is set to be executed. He escapes, but is captured by slave traders. Renamed Spaniard and forced to become a gladiator, Maximus must battle ...
None. Moderate. Mild. Extreme. QUICK TAKE: Action/Adventure: Having been sentenced to die for not supporting the new emperor, a Roman general escapes and then seeks out revenge upon the corrupt ruler. PLOT: General Maximus (RUSSELL CROWE) is one of the greatest military leaders ancient Rome has ever known.
Plot summary of Gladiator. “Gladiator” is a 2000 epic historical drama directed by Ridley Scott. The movie follows the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a faithful Roman general who is betrayed by Commodus, the corrupt son of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Maximus is sold into slavery and trained as a gladiator, seeking revenge against Commodus ...
Feb 11, 2000 · Gladiator Movie Review Scott's newest film, Gladiator, is a perfect example of what makes the director so brilliant, and at the same time such an underachiever. ... Universal Pictures May 5, 2000 ...
Oct 15, 2016 · DreamWorks Pictures released Gladiator on May 5, 2000. Ridley Scott directed the film starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, and Connie Nielsen. ‘Gladiator’ Movie Summary. In 180 A.D. Rome, a weary Marcus Aurelius is near death, and he names his loyal and triumphant general, Maximus Decimus Meridius, as his successor and protector of Rome.
