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ryan726Sep 7, 2023

Masterpiece. Russell Crowe is excellent, and this is Ridley Scott at his best. Great story, great action, great movie.

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KifsatorAug 15, 2023

Showcasing both the glory and the corruption of the Roman Empire, this must see classic will pull at your heartstrings.

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ChrisNortonAug 7, 2023

Epic in scale and also delivers with an unexpected dramatic punch. Gladiator delivers where you want it, with big bloody battles in the coliseum and with a convincing and compelling protagonist at the center of it. Good supporting cast andEpic in scale and also delivers with an unexpected dramatic punch. Gladiator delivers where you want it, with big bloody battles in the coliseum and with a convincing and compelling protagonist at the center of it. Good supporting cast and Derek Jacobi as Gracchus was an awesome ode to Roman film lore and something hardcore film geeks will appreciate. Although probably not historically accurate by all accounts, the film is thorough in detail of look and feel of Rome and architectural replication. This movie is light on story and political jockeying that makes other stories of Rome. Instead it focuses and surprises with emotional weight and drama that does not feel out of place. A little lackluster in structure/pacing and cheap acting and writing at times but all in all an epic adventure that shouldn't be missed and is a great rewatch as well. Also, incredible score that will last with you long after the credits.

Setting, Conflict, Character, Dialogue, Theme, Plot, and Climax: B+

Audience Engagement (do you feel runtime): No.

Top Genres - Action, Adventure, Drama Fiction/Nonfiction - Historical Fiction Runtime - 2:35

Genre(s) rating -Action: 9 -Adventure: 7 -Drama: 8

Genre Average Score: 8 Directing: 8 Cinematography/lighting: 7 Story/Narrative: 7 Structure: 6 Dialogue: 7 Score(music): 10 Editing: 7 Acting: 6 Characterization: 8 Mise en Scène/Visual Design: 10 Visual Effects: 8 Costumes/Makeup: 8 Lasting Impact: 8 Originality: 8

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canisfamiliarisJul 24, 2023

Gladiator is one of my GOATs. Crowe's best performance ever and still his best years later. The "I am Maximus" speech still gives me chills every time I hear it.

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PasquiJun 8, 2023

Gladiator is the most epic and stunning film I've ever seen. Perfect pace, characters, and acting. Maximus is such a cool character, and the history background is just perfect. Truly a masterpiece of a film, a must-watch for everyone who isGladiator is the most epic and stunning film I've ever seen. Perfect pace, characters, and acting. Maximus is such a cool character, and the history background is just perfect. Truly a masterpiece of a film, a must-watch for everyone who is passionate about history… Expand

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SydmwswyJun 23, 2022

Toxic movies that I hate forever I really believe that films like this harm not only the cinema but also our world.

The script is zero. The mise-en-scènes are the level of a beginner director. The camera movement is similar to the movementToxic movies that I hate forever I really believe that films like this harm not only the cinema but also our world.

The script is zero. The mise-en-scènes are the level of a beginner director. The camera movement is similar to the movement of the camera in many promotional teasers (especially the chariot part).

Filming fights is no different from the films that are taken from wrestling, boxing and karate competitions, maybe they are even better. The opening of the movie is inefficient. Ridley Scott tries to combine music with cinematography, but fails. There is nothing good in this movie, everything is made up of ordinary and incomplete sub-narratives that are achieved with a lot of funny trickery. The ups and downs of, for example, the hero of the film have an uncertainty or even false excitement .The family has no definition in the film and is captured by the director's absurd slogans. Of course, I like Ridley Scott's movies.

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NnanekKJul 5, 2022

Un magnifique film, rempli d'émotions, de musiques épiques, de combats de gladiateurs spectaculaires, une histoire et un personnage émouvants... En bref : un excellent film.

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PatFlores2003Apr 26, 2022

The great Ridley Scott's movie and the big surprise of 2000!!! An excellent Ridley Scott film that combines adventure with history and this is a good example of what Ridley Scott directed. The performances were great and outstanding,The great Ridley Scott's movie and the big surprise of 2000!!! An excellent Ridley Scott film that combines adventure with history and this is a good example of what Ridley Scott directed. The performances were great and outstanding, especially Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix, the screenplay was very good, the cinematography amazing and the soundtrack is fascinating and what stands out most about the film. I have no doubt that this is RIDLEY SCOTT'S MASTERPIECE.… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 3, 2021

This movie provides good entertainment and Ridley Scott seems to give some brilliant directing moments at times but screenplay sucks, the movie is historically inaccurate as hell: from costumes, through the reconstruction of Rome up to theThis movie provides good entertainment and Ridley Scott seems to give some brilliant directing moments at times but screenplay sucks, the movie is historically inaccurate as hell: from costumes, through the reconstruction of Rome up to the events narrated. and I can't stand Hans Zimmer 's soundtrack that I found overly pompous and out of place. Fight scenes are so badly shot that they truly seem commercials.… Expand

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kyle20ellisMar 10, 2022

Ridley Scott rarely disappoints with his films. All of them, including the unjustly-maligned Legend, are visually stunning and just show the director's artistic genius. Gladiator should be up there as one of the best films he's done, if notRidley Scott rarely disappoints with his films. All of them, including the unjustly-maligned Legend, are visually stunning and just show the director's artistic genius. Gladiator should be up there as one of the best films he's done, if not the best. Almost everything on screen is very graphic, making some scenes upsetting to watch, but the visuals are just outstanding. The music score by Hans Zimmer just adds to the drama that is already there in the script. which is well written and rather Shakespearean. The performances were brilliant, especially Joaquin Pheonix and Oliver Reed. Russell Crowe is wholly convincing in the title role, and Richard Harris and Connie Nielson are also excellent. The costumes are brilliant, as well as the sets. In conclusion, Gladiator is a near masterpiece, only marred by some upsetting scenes. 9/10 Bethany Cox.… Expand

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etoppJan 19, 2022

I didn't watch this in the cinema when it came out. I thought it sounded silly. On my first watch, I ejected the DVD after ten minutes because of the historical inaccuracies. However, a lot of people *love* this movie so I thought I shouldI didn't watch this in the cinema when it came out. I thought it sounded silly. On my first watch, I ejected the DVD after ten minutes because of the historical inaccuracies. However, a lot of people *love* this movie so I thought I should give it a second go. It's... OK. I think a lot of fans give it high ratings because of the fight scenes but I found them underwhelming because of the overuse of CGI and fast cuts. On the plus side, the acting is top-notch. It was good to see Richard Harris and Oliver Reed in another historical drama.… Expand

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JJ2FAS4UDec 29, 2021

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iCampoRamilDec 28, 2021

Lo primero de todo: la banda sonora es magnífica.
Las actuaciones muy bien, especialmente el dúo protagonista/antagonista, Crowe y Phoenix, especialmente este último, está sensacional.
Honestamente, es una peli redonda, bien construida, conLo primero de todo: la banda sonora es magnífica.
Las actuaciones muy bien, especialmente el dúo protagonista/antagonista, Crowe y Phoenix, especialmente este último, está sensacional.
Honestamente, es una peli redonda, bien construida, con muy buena ambientación, luego en cuanto a dirección, fotografía, es sensacional, no se hace muy lenta tampoco, acaba como tiene que acabar yo creo, es difícil ponerle pegas más allá de los gustos, y de un guion algo hueco de más. La trama podría haber ido por algún lugar más interesante, no juega mucho con sus posibilidades, pero los momentos importantes, y mira que hay, se hacen notar.

· Cosas buenas: La fuerza visual que tiene, la dirección, los combates, que son magníficos, y la banda sonora, cómo no.
· Cosas malas: guion algo plano, no por los diálogos, que son buenos, si no por la historia, se queda algo hueca.
· Conclusión: Una de esas películas que hay que conocer y ver, es redonda en casi todos sus aspectos y muy difícil ponerle una pega, un gran aliciente al "cine épico".… Expand

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deckNov 17, 2021

Even after more than 20 years, Gladiator is not only able to outperform newer productions in terms of effects. It was the cause of a wave of historical films that lasted into the second decade. A few years away from the current diversity,Even after more than 20 years, Gladiator is not only able to outperform newer productions in terms of effects. It was the cause of a wave of historical films that lasted into the second decade. A few years away from the current diversity, Gladiator again reflected the sandal film and the cultural conception of Hollywood from Rome. The cool and brute force, especially the battle sequence, continued in a similar way in later works by Ridley Scott, which did not make the hero directly but indirectly vulnerable and helped film depth. The film music at Hans-Zimmer is also interesting. While the pictures and story are timeless, the music seems trite and sappy. Also because it sounds the same as in earlier and later films (The Rock, Man of Fire). You'd think the story was too shallow, too simple, too illogical. But it's exactly what makes a good story, simple. A tragic hero, the dark opponent, a game of honor, power, revenge and love. In an arena, in another time, in another world.… Expand

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HeroicAge616Oct 27, 2021

Gladiator is a triumph of the heart, and a revenge story that stands as the pinnacle of its subgenre.

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PhanPhucDuyJun 22, 2021

A fantastic film with lessons about honor, responsibility, courage and family. Ever seconds of this film are filled with epic scenes, quite brutal, ruthless fights and drama.

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TagMeisteRMar 22, 2021

Just a perfect film. From the acting to the music everything is perfect. Although it's not exactly historically accurate, it is extremely gripping and the inaccuracies don't detract from the film.

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geewahJan 12, 2021

Has some fine moments, but on the whole that doesn't make up for what is a bloated, predictable and at times quite dull movie.

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

The action scenes are incredibly well made, and the OST and acting are really accurate. Love Joaquin Phoenix in this film.

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MrSpookyNightJan 1, 2021

This movie can only be described as an absolute masterpiece. Everything from acting to story to music is glorius

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MahmusOct 11, 2020

Gladiator is the best bread and circus. A moving and very entertaining action epic with Russel Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix at the top of their game.

I absolutely love Joaquin Phoenix in this movie. He's the kind of villain you love to hate. SoGladiator is the best bread and circus. A moving and very entertaining action epic with Russel Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix at the top of their game.

I absolutely love Joaquin Phoenix in this movie. He's the kind of villain you love to hate. So pathetic and childish. So ruthless and creepy. Just right amount of cartoonish. I wanted to punch him in the face.

It can be corny and it drags a bit during the escape plan part of the plot, but it has enough emotion and brutal violence to keep the audience entertained, and that's what a good gladiator match should be.… Expand

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MrPajamasSep 27, 2020

Gladiator is one of the best movies ever. Whether it's an excellent story, excellent fight scenes or even a masterful soundtrack, which I consider to be one of the best I've ever heard. This is a MUST-SEE movie.

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lwhamiltonSep 23, 2020

Gladiator is an action-packed, emotional film with an excellent cast. It is often replicated but never topped. Although pacing can be slow at times, it is Undoubtedly a must-see.

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Djarfr55Sep 12, 2020

IMO one of the greatest films ever made. Beautiful soundtrack and story is original. Outstanding performances

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leighbutler1980Aug 13, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just rewatched this film. For something that is now 20 years old it feels as if it was made today. Truly amazing film. I knew I liked it when a originally watched it but never had it in my top films list. This is easily in my top 5. Outstanding performances, tried and tested story line, truly epic cinematics and fighting scenes. And a gut wrenching ending.… Expand

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Ryousei29Aug 12, 2020

Ignore this, i just wrote this in all my reviews to have in somewhere a list of all cottent thats i've saw or played in my life. Just that, sorry if you see this and you are looking for something se

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RobwinzJul 28, 2020

The movie's got some great bloody and intense fight scenes from start to finish, especially the end fight scene that's honestly brilliant. Also, the cast throughout this movie do a really good job especially Maximus (Russell Crowe) andThe movie's got some great bloody and intense fight scenes from start to finish, especially the end fight scene that's honestly brilliant. Also, the cast throughout this movie do a really good job especially Maximus (Russell Crowe) and Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) they were probably the best throughout this movie. Finally, the score which was produced by Hans Zimmer was really good and it worked very well with the scenes which it's been put with. I think the camera work in the beginning wasn't amazing but it alright. It got better throughout the movie went on and the plot was decent. Overall, it's got some great fight scenes, great acting, a great score and a decent plot, it's a really good movie and I honestly enjoyed it.… Expand

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SchlueJul 21, 2020

One of the most Epic movies of all time!!! It will echo in eternity. Maximus maximus maximus

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priyaeJul 17, 2020

An amazing piece of cinematography. Nothing in this movie was below a 9. Set pieces, acting, script, under lying themes, pacing, all of it was masterfully done. This will be remembered for decades. Which makes you wonder why all of a suddenAn amazing piece of cinematography. Nothing in this movie was below a 9. Set pieces, acting, script, under lying themes, pacing, all of it was masterfully done. This will be remembered for decades. Which makes you wonder why all of a sudden critics are panning it, despite it winning 5 Academy Awards...… Expand

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superbatJun 17, 2020

Though it's a tad overrated, Gladiator is an entertaining spectacle. The Roman setting, entertaining battle sequences, and the fitting score are excellent. The performances are spirited across the board. It's absolutely a must-see.

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zNeverSleepingMay 26, 2020

Gladiador é um filme inegável do gênero!

Toda a caracterização foi muito bem feita. Os personagens são bens construídos, com uma base muito satisfatória de filosofia, principalmente se tratando daquela época. O enredo é muito bem feito, teGladiador é um filme inegável do gênero!

Toda a caracterização foi muito bem feita. Os personagens são bens construídos, com uma base muito satisfatória de filosofia, principalmente se tratando daquela época. O enredo é muito bem feito, te emocionando e deixando intrigado. As cenas de luta poderiam ser melhores, mostrando com mais clareza os acontecimentos, mas não é ruim. Toda a questão politica envolvida é bem apresentada, mesmo não tendo impactos tão marcantes ao redor da trama como um todo. A conclusão foi belíssima e bem executada. E antes que eu me esqueça: Joaquim Phoenix estava muito bem no filme - foi muito interessante vê-lo jovem.… Expand

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DiptanshuMar 7, 2020

Awesome!ridley scott and hans zimmer's duo works this picture fine with great screenplay and really beautiful score with great performances,it felt little strecthed and repeatative as per fights and shaky camera was little extra yet it worksAwesome!ridley scott and hans zimmer's duo works this picture fine with great screenplay and really beautiful score with great performances,it felt little strecthed and repeatative as per fights and shaky camera was little extra yet it works good!all over a good movie!… Expand

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CakperDec 31, 2019

good movie, very good, not ass movie i watch every year in decade. recomend to everi pepel.

STORNG 8!

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alejandro970Dec 22, 2019

From general to slave, from slave to gladiator and from gladiator to hero. The idea of Ridley Scott of making tribute for romans movies of the vein of Ben Hur and Spartacus is remarkable. The battle sequences on Coliseum are heart pounding.

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glommanDec 18, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gladiator is an alright movie with sometimes great visuals and many boring scenes. I had to take more breaks than usual while watching it, mainly because the antagonist's dialogues didn't carry any weight with them except for "ugh, I'm evil and I want to **** my sister, haha, I hate my dad, because he never loved me!", all while the scenes with the protagonist keep you at the edge of your seat most of the time. All in all, not a masterpiece, but you might like it, if you want to watch a good movie about ancient Rome.… Expand

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FilipeNetoDec 1, 2019

A solid and epic blockbuster that still impresses us today.

This film is set in the golden age of the Roman Empire, at the end of the reign of Marcus Aurelius and the early years of Emperor Commodus. Maximus is a brilliant Roman general, theA solid and epic blockbuster that still impresses us today.

This film is set in the golden age of the Roman Empire, at the end of the reign of Marcus Aurelius and the early years of Emperor Commodus. Maximus is a brilliant Roman general, the favorite of the old emperor, who wishes to restore the Roman Republic and sees in his successor a project of bloodthirsty tyrant. However, Commodus manages to kill his father and succeed him before he carries out his plans, becoming absolute lord of Rome and orders to kill Maximus and all his family. Trapped and sold into slavery, he becomes a gladiator and, thanks to his training and military experience, quickly becomes one of the best. Finally, he returns to Rome, eager to avenge the tyrannical emperor who stole his life and family.

Ok, this movie reminds me a lot of Ben Hur with all this story of revenge and injustice set in the Roman world, but let's talk first of what's good ... directed by Ridley Scott, has a good rhythm, no dead moments, and The director did a pretty good job. The script has an emotive story, with a coherent development that gives us strong and well developed characters. Russell Crowe did a good job and shines in the lead role in one of the films that shaped his career. Joaquin Phoenix also had one of the most remarkable films of his career here, giving his villain a "rich narcissistic spoiled rich boy" touch. Richard Harris made a good appearance in what would become one of his last film works. But the real good-bye to seventh art is Oliver Reed, giving life to Proximo, the head of the gladiator school. The prestigious actor passed away during the filming period. In the supporting cast, Djimon Hounsou and Connie Nielsen do a good job.

However, the movie is not flawless. The film takes advantage of the names of two Roman emperors who actually existed and succeeded one after another. This turned out to be a problem ... in fact the lives of these two emperors have nothing to do with what this movie shows, and the use of names and contexts raises serious questions about likelihood and historical rigor. There are also some problems of lack of logic and credibility. Regarding the work of the actors, I negatively highlight the bad dialogues of this film, with absolutely cliché passages and excessive theatricality.

At the technical level, the film uses and abuses CGI, the state of the art at the time, to provide us with breathtaking scenarios that bring to our time the exaggerated glory and monumentality of Ancient Rome. It would be hard to do better than this. The deeply epic soundtrack accentuates this monumentality and has become one of the best-selling and most famous soundtracks in contemporary cinema, in all fairness. The special and sound effects highlighted the brutality of the fighting quite well, while the sets and costumes correspond well to what we might expect in an epic movie this season.

Unsurprisingly, and despite all the flaws, the film garnered five Academy Awards (Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Costume, Best Sound and Best Visual Effects) at the 2001 ceremony.… Expand

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DidimigrNov 17, 2019

One of the best movies ever . Must watch . Russell Crowe amazing playing and worth every awards winning.

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bfoore90Nov 9, 2019

Honestly never got a chance to see this movie fully until recently and I'm disappointed in myself for not doing so. Gladiator is a classic, deserving of the recognition it receives.

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Eddy91Oct 14, 2019

Gladiator was a return to form for Ridley Scott and made Russell Crowe into an A lister. This blockbuster is what happens when Hollywood occasionally manages to get the big epics right. Filled with larger-than-life characters, gorgeousGladiator was a return to form for Ridley Scott and made Russell Crowe into an A lister. This blockbuster is what happens when Hollywood occasionally manages to get the big epics right. Filled with larger-than-life characters, gorgeous scenery, impressive set design, and epic storytelling, Gladiator is designed not just to entertain, but to enthrall. It draws audiences in and immerses them in a reality that is not their own. Gladiator is set in 180 AD, and uses actual historical personages and events for background. The events that transpire in the film are largely fictional, but they blend in well with the known facts. Gladiator has a great deal to recommend it- Like many of the great Hollywood historical epics, Gladiator is the story of the triumph of a heroic figure over seemingly-insurmountable odd. In this case, he is a slave taking on the most powerful man in the world - the Emperor of Rome. Doesn't matter if you're a history buff- this is must watch cinema.(Filmmaking on a grand scale).… Expand

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lwxxlAug 18, 2019

This film is the best , Great actors, amazing soundtrack and also great visuals for a movie that is 19 years old !

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HeyjamesparkerAug 13, 2019

Classic movie and brilliant story about how one man can rise out of his singular struggles and become a hero for a multitude of people.
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JPKJul 26, 2019

Masterful
Gladiator is insanely great, No, It’s amazing and definitely deserved best picture of 2000.

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antoniovrenna14May 10, 2019

Amazing, emotional movie. One of my favorites of all time. Must see for any ancient Rome fan.

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TyranianApr 13, 2019

Awesome film from Scott, Crowe is excellent, the music and look of the film is perfect. This is one of the greats.

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Rock3nh3imMar 10, 2019

Love this Movie... A Hero, very good Fights, Story, Sound...... Hear it in Dolby Digital/DTS and you Love it too^^

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annbdFeb 8, 2019

To defend family and revenge for it - the most attractive feature of a person. A man is a symbol of power, but it is beautiful if used properly. In the name of values, you fight, defend, live for them and because of them. Gladiator shows theTo defend family and revenge for it - the most attractive feature of a person. A man is a symbol of power, but it is beautiful if used properly. In the name of values, you fight, defend, live for them and because of them. Gladiator shows the strong, beautiful face of the person.… Expand

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LoletinAlexisJan 29, 2019

Gladiator is a film that fails to create those excessive camera movements in battles and an end that is too hasty, with a final battle that does not do justice to the entire footage.

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Meth-dudeJan 9, 2019

With great acting performances, an interesting story and intense and well made action sequences, Gladiator deserves it's title as a modern classic. Even if the CGI effects look a little dated, it's still a good movie.

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MarvelJoeJan 3, 2019

This is the best movie I have ever seen. First time I watch it, I kept watching it over and over again. This is such an epic, emotionally, beautiful movie in my life. Some parts in this movie is historical inaccurate, BUT WHO CARES! ISThis is the best movie I have ever seen. First time I watch it, I kept watching it over and over again. This is such an epic, emotionally, beautiful movie in my life. Some parts in this movie is historical inaccurate, BUT WHO CARES! IS ENTERTAINING AS HELL!… Expand

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ErikTheCriticSep 25, 2018

The movie is powerful and deeply emotional. With that, we have an excellent script and plot, accurate historical information on gladiators, and some intense bloody gladiator fights.

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DragonDoomLordAug 30, 2018

One of my favourite movies and also one of my favourite actors. I can watch it again and again.

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hugoferreiraAug 29, 2018

It's an amazing epic that's already a classic. Gladiator is a film with some historical errors and bla bla bla, but when you sat this aside it's a genuine masterpiece. Ridley Scott at his best and Russel Crowe proving that he's one of theIt's an amazing epic that's already a classic. Gladiator is a film with some historical errors and bla bla bla, but when you sat this aside it's a genuine masterpiece. Ridley Scott at his best and Russel Crowe proving that he's one of the best actors of his generation. Phoenix, the eternal underrated is the perfect piece that makes this my all time favorite film, along side with Fight Club.
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thereaderAug 10, 2018

One of the greatest epic movies of all time, Gladiator has thrilling action and an inspirational leading performance by Russell Crowe. However (i) due to the nature of the storyline it is grim to watch at times, there are no moments ofOne of the greatest epic movies of all time, Gladiator has thrilling action and an inspirational leading performance by Russell Crowe. However (i) due to the nature of the storyline it is grim to watch at times, there are no moments of joy/humour; (ii) Commodus is portrayed as such an evil character, he is given no redeeming features whatsoever, which is a pity.

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ahmedaiman9999Jul 19, 2018

I'm not a big fan of epic war movies. I didn't like LOTR trilogy as much as most people did. I just don't feel invested in such stories. But I found Gladiator way more engrossing and gripping than any movie in the LOTR franchise. It'sI'm not a big fan of epic war movies. I didn't like LOTR trilogy as much as most people did. I just don't feel invested in such stories. But I found Gladiator way more engrossing and gripping than any movie in the LOTR franchise. It's masterfully directed, edited, and acted. It's beautifully shot. It has a fantastic score. It's very entertaining, and fast paced, Ridley Scott didn't waste any time, and I watched the extended version! It has very complex and compelling characters. And above all that, it has heart. This movie has a very moving and touching story, and that really surprised me. Russell Crowe gave an iconic performance as Maximus, and Joaquin Phoenix delivered a magnetic over-the-top performance as the villain, Commodus. This is a hammy performance that doesn't only fits the film's Shakespearean tale, but it also can easily be justified by the character's motives and persona. As for issues, the pacing of some series of events at the first act that lead to a turning point in the plot was a bit faster than it should be, and .... That's all!

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Movie3Jul 15, 2018

Critics are ASSES! They give this in the 60s?? WTH are they thinking?? This movie is INCREDIBLE and Russell is a BEAST!

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LillDeeDeeMay 8, 2018

Just an extremly lovely piece of art. This movie made me cry, laugh and kinda rage 2. The music by Hans Zimmer supports the core scenes and makes this movie a masterpiece for me. 9/10 WILL WATCH IT AGAIN.

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JassepnessJibApr 23, 2018

This movie is LITMASS not as good as the last samurai but its pretty lit and just because you sign up on a crappy site does not make you a movie critic.

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JP32Jul 30, 2017

The character stuff in Gladiator really works. Coming from a genre that made do with archetypal characters doing obligatory British accents for years, it is nothing short of a revelation that Gladiator is such a fulfilling dramatic experience.

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TheApplegnomeAug 16, 2017

Gladiator is an epic one mans fight for freedom -- with a stunning direction from Ridley Scott and his more artistic way of visualizing a historical flick like this one. It got many pleasing moments of action & tension, and some characterGladiator is an epic one mans fight for freedom -- with a stunning direction from Ridley Scott and his more artistic way of visualizing a historical flick like this one. It got many pleasing moments of action & tension, and some character moments is seen on screen, even if more would have enhanced the experience a lot more! Still; it's a stunning and surreal movie that really deserves its praise!

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shod3030Jun 5, 2017

Maximus is a powerful Roman general, loved by the people and the aging Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Before his death, the Emperor chooses Maximus to be his heir over his own son, Commodus, and a power struggle leaves Maximus and his familyMaximus is a powerful Roman general, loved by the people and the aging Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Before his death, the Emperor chooses Maximus to be his heir over his own son, Commodus, and a power struggle leaves Maximus and his family condemned to death. The powerful general is unable to save his family, and his loss of will allows him to get captured and put into the Gladiator games until he dies. The only desire that fuels him now is the chance to rise to the top so that he will be able to look into the eyes of the man who will feel his revenge.… Expand

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daviddelnorte23Mar 22, 2017

Vista 'Gladiator' debo decir en primer lugar que tanto la BSO como visualmente es absolutamente demoledora. Y es que la recreación de la antigua Roma esta increíble. Personalmente, me encanta esta ambientación y ya viendo la primera escena deVista 'Gladiator' debo decir en primer lugar que tanto la BSO como visualmente es absolutamente demoledora. Y es que la recreación de la antigua Roma esta increíble. Personalmente, me encanta esta ambientación y ya viendo la primera escena de la película se nota que estás ante algo grande. Pero al final la película no llega a ser tan épica, tan emotiva y tan gloriosa como parece que va a ser, es la sensación con la que la acabé.

El guión está bien y las actuaciones cumplen, destacando a Russel Crowe quien interpreta un muy buen Maximus, pero el resto del reparto solo bien, sin más. Quiero destacar lo poco que me convenció el antagonista...

En conclusión, una muy buena película, pero que tampoco llego a entender porque está tan mitificada porque está lejos de ser una obra maestra. La doy un 9 con más tintes de 8. Y quiero rescatar el momento "me llamo Maximus". ¡Ese es el tono!… Expand

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BigMike71Feb 9, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Lord has proclaimed to always love your enemy. Unless they betray you, leave you for dead, and hang your family on the cross. It is a truly entertaining story about revenge that proves that a man can live until vengance is done. Great movie. Watch it over and over without any of the effect dulling on me.… Expand

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Compi24Feb 8, 2017

This is what movies are all about; transporting us to a forgotten era with a dazzling aesthetic; introducing us to an admirable hero with an enticing quest; and filling us with an incredible array of the emotions that ultimately complementThis is what movies are all about; transporting us to a forgotten era with a dazzling aesthetic; introducing us to an admirable hero with an enticing quest; and filling us with an incredible array of the emotions that ultimately complement the powerful narrative at hand. Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" is a masterwork of both the moving image and the written word, featuring striking visuals and production design as well as an appealingly classical narrative with welcomed Shakespearean undertones. Russell Crowe's Oscar-winning performance is just the icing on this blood-soaked cake, but what a furiously memorable icing it is. Also, let's not go without mentioning Hans Zimmer's wonderfully apt score either, as one can always count on the man to elevate a truly cinematic moment into the heights of iconicism. And, "iconic" is just the way to describe the film in sum. A true masterwork of the cinematic art and one that no person should skip out on.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffDec 4, 2016

"Are you not entertained?!" Says Russell Crowe in his ambitious character. I was entertained... for the most part of 'Gladiator', directed by Ridley Scott, the movie stars Russell Crowe as Maximus, the leader of the Roman army to battle"Are you not entertained?!" Says Russell Crowe in his ambitious character. I was entertained... for the most part of 'Gladiator', directed by Ridley Scott, the movie stars Russell Crowe as Maximus, the leader of the Roman army to battle against the Germanic tribes. Maximus decides to retire to his Spanish farm estate, however, the son of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris), Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) wants to rule, but is unfit in his own father's eyes, to say the least. However, Commodus does end up becoming the new ruler, and asks Maximus for his loyalty, Maximus is then arrested, but manages to escape and get back to his farm. When he arrives, he sees that his family are dead, meaning he was too late to return. When Maximus finally goes to show what he is capable of, that is when the movie really starts to move fast, however, some of the dialogue in this movie comes off as a little corny, even for a movie that was released in 2000. The screenplay by David Faranzoni, John Logan and William Nicholson is sharp, but ill-timed here and there. Ridley Scott directs this movie with pure ambition, and Russell Crowe is at his best here, not to mention Joaquin Phoenix, who plays the cold villain with such a menacing presence. The movie, as a whole, feels a bit stale and at times, emotionally detaching. I liked it for the most part... but I couldn't admire or even love it.… Expand

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CriticalChargeJun 13, 2016

One of my favourite films. Great soundtrack, one of my favourite soundtracks "Now We Are Free". Also simple, but great story. I really liked fights. The main actors was amazing one of my favourites Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. TheOne of my favourite films. Great soundtrack, one of my favourite soundtracks "Now We Are Free". Also simple, but great story. I really liked fights. The main actors was amazing one of my favourites Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. The ending was the best moment in film (slightly) because this film was amazing and The Last Samurai and Gladiator are the one of the best films in history. Strong emotions in ending made me to give 9.7/10 for this film. It has some small issues that I will not going to mention.
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notlawMay 5, 2016

Simply a timeless classic. The only other movie that tops this as far as medieval war movies go is braveheart. As almost everyone else has mentioned awesome action, story, music, and acting all round.

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aadityamudharApr 17, 2016

Gladiator is a triumph of a film that excels in every category. Gladiator has talented acting, great plot, Beautiful music and superb action scenes. Ridley Scott's best film until Robin Hood in 2010. I really enjoy watching this film.

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MovieMasterEddyApr 7, 2016

A muscular and bloody combat picture, a compelling revenge drama and a truly transporting trip back nearly 2,000 years, Ridley Scott’s bold epic of imperial intrigue and heroism brings new luster and excitement to a tarnished and oftenA muscular and bloody combat picture, a compelling revenge drama and a truly transporting trip back nearly 2,000 years, Ridley Scott’s bold epic of imperial intrigue and heroism brings new luster and excitement to a tarnished and often derided genre that nonetheless provided at least one generation of moviegoers with some of its most cherished youthful memories.

Jagged and impressionistic in a way clearly influenced by “Saving Private Ryan,” 10-minute opening battle is a savage spectacle, as General Maximus (Crowe) commands his troops to “unleash hell” on their overmatched adversaries with a deluge of arrows and flaming canisters that set the barbarians’ protective woods on fire.But as external conflicts are put to rest, internal trouble is only beginning. The arrogant and unbalanced Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) arrives at the front, along with his beautiful older sister, Lucilla (Connie Nielsen), just in time to learn that his ailing father (Richard Harris) has named the triumphant Maximus his successor as emperor. For his part, Maximus, a Spaniard who has never seen Rome and, far more important, has been separated from his wife and son for nearly three years, wants no part of this plan.But Maximus makes the mistake of spurning Commodus. After killing his father in a fit of jealous spite, the insecure new emperor orders the execution of the popular general. The resourceful Maximus escapes this fate but reaches home too late; when he arrives, he finds his wife and son dead, his farm torched. In the poetic manner of Sergio Leone, Scott uses a man of action’s bitter and idealized memory of his lost family as a motif and a motive for the single-minded pursuit to which he devotes the remainder of his life.

At the 45-minute mark, action shifts to a distant North African outpost of the empire, where the captive Maximus is taken as slave. Purchased by gladiatorial entrepreneur Proximo (Oliver Reed), Maximus conceals his true identity but, when thrown into the arena for the first time, he fights well as a team with the African Juba (Djimon Hounsou), who will become his closest confidant.

In the meantime, of course, Maximus must survive arena combat that is heavily rigged against him. The gladiatorial contests are tense, dynamic and brutal, to be sure, and probably no less or more violent than most viewers would want them to be. Less fetishistic about the weaponry and modes of fighting than “Spartacus” and some other Roman combat pictures of yore, “Gladiator,” with its fast flurries of action and jump cuts, emphasizes the ferocious speed and urgency of every move in the arena, to the slight detriment of spatial unity and action continuity; in terms of the classical building of tension in a one-on-one fight, the standard is still the Anthony Quinn-Jack Palance battle in Richard Fleischer’s “Barabbas.”

But “Gladiator” enjoys a solid foundation in the strength of Maximus, the vividness of its evocation of the Roman world and the integrity of the story arc. Script by David Franzoni, John Logan and William Nicholson shrewdly appropriates touchstone moments from previous epics, just as it also cuts down the talk to a minimum when possible; there is none of the windy speechifying that ground many an epic to a halt in decades past. The action is presented in strictly Roman terms, with none of the Judeo-Christian angle so common to the genre in the ’50s.

The film revels in both the glory and the horror that were Rome. Proximo’s luminous description of the Colosseum to Maximus beautifully conjures an image of what was then the center of the universe, and the games themselves are presented in context as gaudy, lowbrow entertainment. Countless details in Arthur Max’s brilliant production design and Janty Yates’ highly diversified costume design are offered up in wonderfully offhand fashion.

But the scene stealer, in his last role before his death on location, is Reed, who hadn’t brought such relish to a performance in years, and to whom the film is dedicated. Proximo’s excitement over being able to return to Rome brings out the old man’s boyish delight in his profession, which he insists is just “entertainment,” and Reed clearly reveled in both the physicality and the modestly hammy opportunities the part presented. Pic reps a great sendoff for him and a fine way to be remembered.

Production represented a gargantuan undertaking in four countries; even if the film is a big hit, it’s unlikely that the genre will come back in any significant way due to the costs involved. CGI effects have allowed numerous sets, notably the Colosseum, to be enhanced in size and spectacle value; the stunts, fights and battles are as forceful and realistic as anyone could want, John Mathieson’s widescreen cinematography is magnificent, and the pacing across 2½ hours is well modulated.… Expand

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FilmClubMar 26, 2016

A muscular and bloody combat picture, a compelling revenge drama and a truly transporting trip back nearly 2,000 years, Ridley Scott’s bold epic of imperial intrigue and heroism brings new luster and excitement to a tarnished and oftenA muscular and bloody combat picture, a compelling revenge drama and a truly transporting trip back nearly 2,000 years, Ridley Scott’s bold epic of imperial intrigue and heroism brings new luster and excitement to a tarnished and often derided genre that nonetheless provided at least one generation of moviegoers with some of its most cherished youthful memories.

Jagged and impressionistic in a way clearly influenced by “Saving Private Ryan,” 10-minute opening battle is a savage spectacle, as General Maximus (Crowe) commands his troops to “unleash hell” on their overmatched adversaries with a deluge of arrows and flaming canisters that set the barbarians’ protective woods on fire.But as external conflicts are put to rest, internal trouble is only beginning. The arrogant and unbalanced Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) arrives at the front, along with his beautiful older sister, Lucilla (Connie Nielsen), just in time to learn that his ailing father (Richard Harris) has named the triumphant Maximus his successor as emperor. For his part, Maximus, a Spaniard who has never seen Rome and, far more important, has been separated from his wife and son for nearly three years, wants no part of this plan.But Maximus makes the mistake of spurning Commodus. After killing his father in a fit of jealous spite, the insecure new emperor orders the execution of the popular general. The resourceful Maximus escapes this fate but reaches home too late; when he arrives, he finds his wife and son dead, his farm torched. In the poetic manner of Sergio Leone, Scott uses a man of action’s bitter and idealized memory of his lost family as a motif and a motive for the single-minded pursuit to which he devotes the remainder of his life.

At the 45-minute mark, action shifts to a distant North African outpost of the empire, where the captive Maximus is taken as slave. Purchased by gladiatorial entrepreneur Proximo (Oliver Reed), Maximus conceals his true identity but, when thrown into the arena for the first time, he fights well as a team with the African Juba (Djimon Hounsou), who will become his closest confidant.

In the meantime, of course, Maximus must survive arena combat that is heavily rigged against him. The gladiatorial contests are tense, dynamic and brutal, to be sure, and probably no less or more violent than most viewers would want them to be. Less fetishistic about the weaponry and modes of fighting than “Spartacus” and some other Roman combat pictures of yore, “Gladiator,” with its fast flurries of action and jump cuts, emphasizes the ferocious speed and urgency of every move in the arena, to the slight detriment of spatial unity and action continuity; in terms of the classical building of tension in a one-on-one fight, the standard is still the Anthony Quinn-Jack Palance battle in Richard Fleischer’s “Barabbas.”

But “Gladiator” enjoys a solid foundation in the strength of Maximus, the vividness of its evocation of the Roman world and the integrity of the story arc. Script by David Franzoni, John Logan and William Nicholson shrewdly appropriates touchstone moments from previous epics, just as it also cuts down the talk to a minimum when possible; there is none of the windy speechifying that ground many an epic to a halt in decades past. The action is presented in strictly Roman terms, with none of the Judeo-Christian angle so common to the genre in the ’50s.

The film revels in both the glory and the horror that were Rome. Proximo’s luminous description of the Colosseum to Maximus beautifully conjures an image of what was then the center of the universe, and the games themselves are presented in context as gaudy, lowbrow entertainment. Countless details in Arthur Max’s brilliant production design and Janty Yates’ highly diversified costume design are offered up in wonderfully offhand fashion.

But the scene stealer, in his last role before his death on location, is Reed, who hadn’t brought such relish to a performance in years, and to whom the film is dedicated. Proximo’s excitement over being able to return to Rome brings out the old man’s boyish delight in his profession, which he insists is just “entertainment,” and Reed clearly reveled in both the physicality and the modestly hammy opportunities the part presented. Pic reps a great sendoff for him and a fine way to be remembered.

Production represented a gargantuan undertaking in four countries; even if the film is a big hit, it’s unlikely that the genre will come back in any significant way due to the costs involved. CGI effects have allowed numerous sets, notably the Colosseum, to be enhanced in size and spectacle value; the stunts, fights and battles are as forceful and realistic as anyone could want, John Mathieson’s widescreen cinematography is magnificent, and the pacing across 2½ hours is well modulated.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJan 31, 2016

The best film of history during the year 2000. What's in this film should not betray you and you're going to love this film the same way as I enjoyed it for myself.

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CineAutoctonoDec 24, 2015

Gladiator was a very dramatic and very nice movie where Russell Crowe has excelled , and where the history of the gladiators of ancient Rome were the main course for the Oscar win in 2001.

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mjose797Nov 9, 2015

Ridley Scott redefines the whole roman movie persona when he directs his movie “Gladiator”. He clearly knows how to make the viewer feel like he/she is in a different place, time, and reality. The movie follows Maximus, a Roman General,Ridley Scott redefines the whole roman movie persona when he directs his movie “Gladiator”. He clearly knows how to make the viewer feel like he/she is in a different place, time, and reality. The movie follows Maximus, a Roman General, through his journey from a profound General to a measly gladiator. Russell Crowe portraits Maximus as a glorious Roman general and beloved father/husband. He fits the role pretty good physically and verbally. “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.” Russell Crowe portraits a Roman General as or even better than Gerard Butler (Leonidas) from the movie “300”. Overall this is an exciting movie to see because it’s full of action and the scenery is good. The movie is pretty lengthy at 2 hours and thirty-five minutes but that time will pass by fairly quickly due to the action pact, violence and romantic scenes.… Expand

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smartmartSep 27, 2015

While a bit overhyped and overrated, this movie does have a lot of great action sequences, a wonderful soundtrack, some good performances, and does have some genuinely powerful moments! I'd recommend "Gladiator", although it is quite flawedWhile a bit overhyped and overrated, this movie does have a lot of great action sequences, a wonderful soundtrack, some good performances, and does have some genuinely powerful moments! I'd recommend "Gladiator", although it is quite flawed and overlong.… Expand

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Tigertown84Aug 2, 2015

Just had the privilege of watching this movie on a big screen with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a full choir doing the music at Ravinia in Highland Park, IL. Amazing experience.

While I have always loved the movie before, after whatJust had the privilege of watching this movie on a big screen with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a full choir doing the music at Ravinia in Highland Park, IL. Amazing experience.

While I have always loved the movie before, after what I saw and heard tonight, I'll fight anyone in the arena that disparages it.

Brilliant musical score, top notch acting by the entire cast(Phoenix was robbed of a well deserved best supporting actor award that year), and historical accuracy be damned, a great story. You want everything in a movie to be completely true to 'what really happened' you can throw out 99.9% of movies. WHY does it matter????

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MarickJul 28, 2015

I like this movie, good effects, good story, what else you want? .

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chwJul 22, 2015

Gladiator was an incredible movie. It is probably one of my ten favourite best picture winners, which is saying something, because there aren't as many great movies in the 2000s as there were in the 1900s.

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MovieManiac83Apr 24, 2015

Commencing with a full-scale, extras unlimited, realism unabated battle sequence in a mud strewn Germanica, we are confronted by a general tired of war and an emperor, Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris), near death. Furious at the bond betweenCommencing with a full-scale, extras unlimited, realism unabated battle sequence in a mud strewn Germanica, we are confronted by a general tired of war and an emperor, Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris), near death. Furious at the bond between Aurelius and his beloved warrior, his unhinged heir, Commodus, kills pop and condemns Maximus to death. Big mistake. Especially when you kill his loving wife and child, whom he yearns to for, by burning and crucifixion.

There is an interesting if token commentary on the use of violent entertainment to subvert the masses, but on the whole, historical accuracy is reserved more for the technical elements than any sense of political, religious or dialectic truth (accents are all over the shop). The film also bobbles in its need to cram so much politicking in, to draw in an empire in crisis to the more personal story of one man's revenge.

While it's all grand opera, and driven by sweeping gestures and pompous, overwritten dialogue, it is prone to plain silliness - especially in granting us the big showdown at the close. But the sheer dynamism of the action, coupled with Hans Zimmer's lavish score and the forcefield of Crowe, still makes this a fiercesome competitor in the summer movie stakes.… Expand

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EddyGregsApr 19, 2015

When Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father, he must also do away with Maximus Decimus Meridius, the finest general. Maximus escapes his execution, but finds his wife and child murdered. Wandering and wounded near death, heWhen Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father, he must also do away with Maximus Decimus Meridius, the finest general. Maximus escapes his execution, but finds his wife and child murdered. Wandering and wounded near death, he is picked up and put into slavery, and selected to fight for sport as a gladiator. From there, he seeks revenge.

While it's all grand opera, and driven by sweeping gestures and pompous, overwritten dialogue, it is prone to plain silliness - especially in granting us the big showdown at the close. But the sheer dynamism of the action, coupled with Hans Zimmer's lavish score and the forcefield of Crowe, still makes this a fiercesome competitor in the summer movie stakes.… Expand

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EdwardGregoryApr 19, 2015

When Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father, he must also do away with Maximus Decimus Meridius, the finest general. Maximus escapes his execution, but finds his wife and child murdered. Wandering and wounded near death, heWhen Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father, he must also do away with Maximus Decimus Meridius, the finest general. Maximus escapes his execution, but finds his wife and child murdered. Wandering and wounded near death, he is picked up and put into slavery, and selected to fight for sport as a gladiator. From there, he seeks revenge.

Commencing with a full-scale, extras unlimited, realism unabated battle sequence in a mud strewn Germanica, we are confronted by a general tired of war and an emperor, Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris), near death. Furious at the bond between Aurelius and his beloved warrior, his unhinged heir, Commodus, kills pop and condemns Maximus to death. Big mistake. Especially when you kill his loving wife and child, whom he yearns to for, by burning and crucifixion.

And so the plot follows Maximus rise as a gladiator - trained by a remarkably vociferous and effective Oliver Reed, whose face is peculiarly CGI'd in certain scenes from beyond the grave - driven by lust for revenge. In the meantime, Rome is in turmoil with the nutty new emperor, played with gleeful hamminess by Phoenix, attempting to dismantle the Senate while his doting sister Lucilla (Nielsen) seems to have other plans. And just to make things more complicated, she happens to be Maximus' ex.

There is an interesting if token commentary on the use of violent entertainment to subvert the masses, but on the whole, historical accuracy is reserved more for the technical elements than any sense of political, religious or dialectic truth (accents are all over the shop). The film also bobbles in its need to cram so much politicking in, to draw in an empire in crisis to the more personal story of one man's revenge.

While it's all grand opera, and driven by sweeping gestures and pompous, overwritten dialogue, it is prone to plain silliness - especially in granting us the big showdown at the close. But the sheer dynamism of the action, coupled with Hans Zimmer's lavish score and the forcefield of Crowe, still makes this a fiercesome competitor in the summer movie stakes.… Expand

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solomsApr 17, 2015

A little bit boring. I liked the way they filmed the scenes, I really like the scenarium but the story is the most important thing in a movie. And that was to boring, like many other movies that pretend to show the same era and the sama story.

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KingHitch2Jan 27, 2015

Quite simply the best film ever made. Put everything that goes into making a film mark it out of ten and gladiator would rank number one. A masterpiece.

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bradtheman123Jan 5, 2015

Most people would take the title into a different meaning, but it's title is actually what the movie is about. I'm surprised that some people voted this lower than a 6 but, then again that is here opinion. This is one of those more inspiringMost people would take the title into a different meaning, but it's title is actually what the movie is about. I'm surprised that some people voted this lower than a 6 but, then again that is here opinion. This is one of those more inspiring and legendary movies that when hearing the title, really remember what this movie is. To actually right a detailed review is quite a challenge because it has so many inspiring parts and I can go on and on about it but you'd have to see it for yourself if you want to really feel the 'Goodness" of this movie.… Expand

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Le__XenomorphDec 19, 2014

Well, Ridley Scott does it again. A fantastic movie with very well choreographed fight scenes. The excess amounts of blood are a bonus as well. Gladiator is an overall fantastic movie featuring a top-notch performance from Russel Crowe. 9/10Well, Ridley Scott does it again. A fantastic movie with very well choreographed fight scenes. The excess amounts of blood are a bonus as well. Gladiator is an overall fantastic movie featuring a top-notch performance from Russel Crowe. 9/10 (amazing)… Expand

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JacobDec 17, 2014

While I enjoy the characters and story which are grand and epic I mainly will remember this film for its directing. This is a visually stunning film with lots of great use of costumes, sets, and on location shooting. All of these visualsWhile I enjoy the characters and story which are grand and epic I mainly will remember this film for its directing. This is a visually stunning film with lots of great use of costumes, sets, and on location shooting. All of these visuals help to create a fully believable Rome. Also, the Gladiator fights are amazing. The only drawback of the film is its length. The film is quite long and it can drag a little and the story is pretty complex. Also, some of the characters don’t have much to them especially the villain who was quite two dimensional. Despite these flaws this is still an good film. Even if you don’t care much for the characters or story the visuals are still excellent. So to answer your question Maximus Yes I am entertained.… Expand

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TheLooseHunterNov 19, 2014

I really don't understand why people would rate this movie a 0 or 1 out of 10. I love the performance of Russel Crowe and the storytelling and memorable action sequences make this movie one of my alltime favorites.

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ToddDowNov 12, 2014

My favorite movie at the time it came out. Great action, great story, great effects at the time, good acting for the most part. Everything came together in a perfect storm to make this movie great.

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SatiricalewokNov 8, 2014

Rightly bestowed with the title of modern classic, this film is the best of the swords and sandals genre. Few films have battle scenes quite as epic as this, and few films have a central storyline quite as compelling as this does. EveryRightly bestowed with the title of modern classic, this film is the best of the swords and sandals genre. Few films have battle scenes quite as epic as this, and few films have a central storyline quite as compelling as this does. Every performance in this is spot on, from Joaquin Pheonix's ridiculously evil sneering Ceaser, to Russel Crowe's honest rugged main performance. A true modern classic.… Expand

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drlowdonOct 30, 2014

Late in the second century Maximus Meridius leads the Roman armies fight in Germania with the knowledge that ailing Emperor Marcus Aurelius has earmarked him to run the empire alongside the senate when he passes away. His son however hasLate in the second century Maximus Meridius leads the Roman armies fight in Germania with the knowledge that ailing Emperor Marcus Aurelius has earmarked him to run the empire alongside the senate when he passes away. His son however has other ideas. Angered by what he feels is a betrayal he sets about exerting his murderous authority and Maximus, having refused to swear his loyalty, only narrowly escapes with his life. Bent on vengeance Maximus later returns to Rome as a gladiator hoping to take down the new emperor.

Aside from a few plot holes Gladiator is peerless in its quality. Russell Crowe, always an excellent actor, plays his defining role, his presence commanding attention throughout the film and the supporting cast do well not to be completely overshadowed by his performance. The action sequences are brilliantly shot and staggering in their realism as all the gory details are shown. As the film reaches its climax this all combines to make it impossible to not root for Maximus in what is arguably the movie of the decade.… Expand

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DanBotterillOct 8, 2014

Scott immediately and successfully portrays the brutal conquest of the Roman Empire. We feel immersed in the film’s narrative as we relate to Maximus’s burning ambition to leave the Legion and return home to his family. When the RomanScott immediately and successfully portrays the brutal conquest of the Roman Empire. We feel immersed in the film’s narrative as we relate to Maximus’s burning ambition to leave the Legion and return home to his family. When the Roman Emperor, Commodus, orders the death of his family he becomes so fueled by anger he loses any interesting aspects he may have developed later in the film, yet despite the lack of depth in this two dimensional character, Best Actor winner Russell Crowe delivers an outstanding performance modest enough not to outshine the other cast members. He becomes enslaved and forced to fight as a gladiator to stay alive. However, the loss of his family is not a valid enough reason for the loss of his personality yet we embrace him as the protagonist, the hero, the gladiator who will fight for Rome and its people.… Expand

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Calmaff11Sep 17, 2014

This is by far one of the best, if not the best, movie of all time. Or at least according to me.

The plot of the story is one of downfall and the returning of a great hero, warrior, and man. The plot takes you to a world that is possibleThis is by far one of the best, if not the best, movie of all time. Or at least according to me.

The plot of the story is one of downfall and the returning of a great hero, warrior, and man. The plot takes you to a world that is possible to imagine and is so easily and well done that you could almost believe that the movie was in fact shot in Ancient Rome. It's so expertly written that I have watched it dozens of times and still enjoy every moment of it. The story adds to the setting, character development, and overall feel of the movie. It's an amazing film as far as storytelling goes.

As for the acting I can even appreciate the main villain. He comes off as a whining, simpering lunatic with quite a lot of daddy issues. Most of the time the villain is the one person I find most uninteresting, but this time I did find him interesting and due to this wanted him to die so hard. As for the main role, played by Russel Crowe, Maximus is just the guy. He's the one guy I'd want in case of zombie outbreak. Batman is well and good, but Maximus is better. Batman can abandon you and go and fight the zombies by himself and then when he returns to you he can sit there and do some detective work to try and figure out why leaving you by yourself got you killed. While Maximus will ensure the survival of you, your friends, the kid with you, the dog, the cat, and the donkey you've all got following you. In short...best cinema hero ever. A believable hero too.

The settings are just amazing and really suck you into the film. Every piece, every segment looks like something you would see in Ancient Rome. From the coliseum to the streets of Rome you're made to believe that they're all in an accurately depicted ancient civilization. Not to mention the costuming also plays a big role in giving you that feel. No one is dressed out of place and the costumes due the timeline and the movie honest justice.

The music is amazing, and it stands out when it needs to, and fades to the back when it needs to. They did very well on that part and unlike many movies that just like to park trumpets in your face and blow your eardrums up this one has none of that. They did their music well and come on...I love Enya.

In the end this is a beautiful, touching, gorgeous movie that's all heart. It had me crying my eyeballs out, and also got me thrilled. It's one of a kind and to this day Gladiator remains one of, if not my favorite, film of all time.… Expand

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ThomasSmithsonJul 21, 2014

Change the title to GRUMPY MAN and it will pass for an average comedy.

And Crowe got an oscar out of the deal. Great job academy!

The soundtrack supplied the only clothes pins holding up this drippy crap stained sheet on the line.

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joyalJul 9, 2014

ONE OF MY FAVORITE FILM OF ALL TIME, EPIC WAR FILM,AWESOME GREAT ACTING,STUNNING VISUAL EFFECTS ,OUTSTANDING SOUND EFFECTS , EXCELLENT STORY IS WELL DIRECTED AND EXECUTED IT SUPERBLY , don't miss THIS EPIC BLOCKBUSTER IN YOUR LIFE

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TommingsJul 6, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Given for granted its critically acclaimed success, "Gladiator" has managed to find a way to stand strong and live up to the expectations that resided some 15 years later from its release, reaching into the top 50 of all time best films. However, its appeal and publicity doesn't always match what the actual film delivers, yes this is a story about revenge, the journey of a man who was on the brink of release from the Roman army, a man who won the honour and glory of his fellow soldiers, who battled and won every fight, who was admired by the great, Marcus Aurelius himself. Only too lose everything he holds dear and to be embroiled into gladiator games where he fights to the death and slowly regains his pride and honour to exact revenge on the man who took it all away from him. sound interesting? sure it does do this, but at a cost of being weighed down in political hoohaar and character arks that never really go anywhere until the end (which might I add is probably one of the best directed,acted and moving ending 30 minutes of this century, as of to date) but all that information and back story seems to be lost, the characters that side with Maximus seem to suddenly loose there morals and make an alarmingly unbelievable set of characters, I'm allowed to think this seeing as most of the historical elements are also flawed, yes, the story has to fit in with the history and vis versa, but there are some big inaccuracies here. The story feels dragged and at some points loses all interest in itself, taking away the focus from the "main promotion" of the film i.e. the gladiator aspect and sides more with the stale conspiracies and uninteresting characters that control them. Yes, the gladiator games are well choreographed full of action and excitement, but there is a serious lack of it in my opinion, especially for a film that is named "Gladiator" and features the main character who becomes a gladiator and participates in the gladiator games should have a predominate feature in the games. Obviously not in this case, this isn't criticism, I just don't understand why the political aspect has to be so major.

The soundtrack to this film is one of the best scores produced by Hans Zimmer; especially towards the end. Plus the acting from Russell Crowe as Maximus is fantastic and easily brings the best role here alive with only one other actor Joaquin Phoenix as Commodus coming into the only other position of 2nd place seeing as he is really the only other developed character, not to mention that the rivalry between them is brilliantly played out even if Commodus character falls a little flat, becoming a rather alienated and brash person when it comes to decision making, but Phoenix does a great job of being paranoid. Generally all other characters seem just to fall short of this even through the script is great and well written it doesn't justify any other characters other than Maximus and Commodus, with the exception of Proximo, Lucille and Marcus but they just aren't developed enough to care but Richard Harris does deliver a fine performance.

I have to say that the cinematography is amazing in this film, the CGI has stood the test of time and although some scenery and deaths look a bit...well patchy. I have to say the mise-un-scene compliments the ancient Rome style very well and even looks like it was filmed in the original robes. This film isn't a bad film at all, I found it very good, I think that Ridley Scott has made a fine film which has great acting, a decent/fairly interesting story, a well written script and perfect cinematography. But yet it does not deliver on certain aspects and jumps around to a load of characters, rather than focusing on its main ones, for a lengthy film it does drag, but this film will be a lot more enjoyable for a light hearted watch.… Expand

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SpearyJun 24, 2014

Perhaps the most underrated film in Metacritic history, Gladiator is definitive proof that professional film critics are not, in fact, the divine arbiters of cinematic good they believe themselves to be. While it's not as shocking,Perhaps the most underrated film in Metacritic history, Gladiator is definitive proof that professional film critics are not, in fact, the divine arbiters of cinematic good they believe themselves to be. While it's not as shocking, disturbing, or otherwise counter-traditional as films that their class eats up and spits out 90+ ratings for, this masterpiece by Ridley Scott recaptures something special about epic films that has been almost entirely lost since the days of Lawrence of Arabia, Ben-Hur, and Spartacus. This movie brings the notion of redemption to life in a way that makes you deeply empathize with the main character, Maximus. While a fictional work, it brilliantly captures the elegant and corrupt world Rome at its apex. With intense (but not over-the-top) battles fueled by choreography rather than CGI, cunning dialogue, and a truly honorable story, Gladiator deserves to be recognized for what it is, an iconic motion picture, among of the best of its time.

In no universe should this film score a mere 13 points above Zach Snyder's substanceless meatgrinder '300'.… Expand

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PvtJacksonJun 16, 2014

With Ridley Scott's spectacular visual direction, Russell Crowe's gripping performance that reminds me of the greatest Roman generals ever lived, and Joaquin Phoenix's successful portrayal of the evil, insane Emperor Commodus, GladiatorWith Ridley Scott's spectacular visual direction, Russell Crowe's gripping performance that reminds me of the greatest Roman generals ever lived, and Joaquin Phoenix's successful portrayal of the evil, insane Emperor Commodus, Gladiator certainly earned it's reward as 2000 Oscar Best Picture… Expand

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MovieGuysMay 8, 2014

"Are you not entertained?" Well, I have to say I was. The dazzling visuals and epic battle scenes are the things to watch Gladiator for, and not for its simple premise. I will admit though that the dialogue was sharp and well-written, and the"Are you not entertained?" Well, I have to say I was. The dazzling visuals and epic battle scenes are the things to watch Gladiator for, and not for its simple premise. I will admit though that the dialogue was sharp and well-written, and the acting was pretty good (except Phoenix: is performance was wooden and clichéd). The movie could've been better, but director Ridley Scott is laughing at anyone who bashes it, Oscar in hand.… Expand

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ThomasCApr 29, 2014

10/10, one of my most favourite movies of all time, incredibly well made film, great acting, amazing attention to detail and a stellar soundtrack! Russell Crowe's best film.

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Nephilim007Apr 18, 2014

this is why the Romans are the longest lasting empire the values, honor and courage are bred in and even when there is no chance the fighting spirit never gives up.

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masterjohnson1Mar 22, 2014

to this day I still think this is the best movie that has ever been made, I love this film and I don't see that changing with all these terrible films that are coming out, if you have not seen this film you need to

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CaestusMar 1, 2014

One of my dearest movies ever. Awesome, with great characters and an intriguing story, Gladiator is just perfect art by actor and director. Russel Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix both are terrific.

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