Gladiator (2000)
Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen
In the final days of Marcus Aurelius' reign, the aging emperor arouses his son Commodus' anger when he makes known his wish that Maximus be his successor. Power-hungry Commodus kills his father and orders the death of Maximus. But the latter flees and hides his identity by becoming slave and a gladi... (read more) In the final days of Marcus Aurelius' reign, the aging emperor arouses his son Commodus' anger when he makes known his wish that Maximus be his successor. Power-hungry Commodus kills his father and orders the death of Maximus. But the latter flees and hides his identity by becoming slave and a gladiator. Eventually, Maximus journeys back to Rome to confront his arch rival.
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R, 2 hrs. 45 min.
Directed by:
Ridley Scott
Release Date: May 05, 2000
DVD Release Date: Nov 21, 2000
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My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this l... (read more) My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next.
Pretty much sums up the awesomeness of this movie.
I just really didn't see that much effort put into this movie. It is essentially the bastard child of Spartacus, which was a far better film. This had shallow performances and some of Ridley Scott's weaker film making attempts. This really didn't hav... (read more) I just really didn't see that much effort put into this movie. It is essentially the bastard child of Spartacus, which was a far better film. This had shallow performances and some of Ridley Scott's weaker film making attempts. This really didn't have any creativity or individualistic qualities.
unimaginative, boring and most importantly dull in every aspect. this is far and away the worst film to ever will the best picture statue at the oscars.
Maximus! Maximus! Maximus! :)
Joakim did such a perfect job as Commodus, and if you pay attention you will realize he outshines Crowe's performance. Without the role of Commodus played so well, Maximus would not be the Maximus as we see him.
Epic movie,loved it,own it.I think this is one of Russell Crowe's best.
Russel Crowe, definately his best movie of all time, when he takes on the Roman Empire 5 stars aswell a great cast with the late oliver reid brill,Ridley Scott any movie he makes is a instant hit, what a mind this man has got, great movie 10 out of 1... (read more) Russel Crowe, definately his best movie of all time, when he takes on the Roman Empire 5 stars aswell a great cast with the late oliver reid brill,Ridley Scott any movie he makes is a instant hit, what a mind this man has got, great movie 10 out of 10 again !!
From start to finish a great fucking movie!
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Proximo: [addressing his new recruits] I am Proximo! I shall be closer to you for the next few days, which will be the last of your miserable lives, than that bitch of a mother who first brought you scr... (read more) From start to finish a great fucking movie!
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Proximo: [addressing his new recruits] I am Proximo! I shall be closer to you for the next few days, which will be the last of your miserable lives, than that bitch of a mother who first brought you screaming into this world! I did not pay good money for your company. I paid it so that I might profit from your death. And just as your mother was there at your beginning, I shall be there at your end. And when you die - and die you shall - your transition will be to the sound of...
[claps his hands]
Proximo: Gladiators... I salute you.
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"What we do in life echoes in eternity"
Critic Reviews
The film looks muddy, fuzzy and indistinct.full review
This Ridley Scott film, his best in years, re-envisions ancient Rome for the aughts and makes it safe to go back in the Colosseum.full review
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