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8.5
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ian91
Critic Ian Nathan
rated 8

In the grandest tradition of them all, Ridley Scott, together with man of the moment Russell Crowe, has enriched the legacy of sandals, swords and leather wrist thingees to create a magnificent epic.

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mike59
Mike G
rated 10

On my top 3 list, they don’t make movies like this anymore.

2 years ago
dudo
Huy Do Duc
rated 9

Epic movie, breathtaking!

3 years ago
mikalaandersen
starbot
Gran.kvist
rated 6

Thought it was ok but did never manage to get attached to the character and was a bit boring

11 months ago

Cast & Crew

Ridley Scott
Director
Derek Jacobi
As Gracchus
Oliver Reed
As Proximo
Brian Smyj
As Coliseum Gladiator (uncredited)
Russell Crowe
As Maximus
David Hemmings
As Cassius
Richard Harris
As Marcus Aurelius

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In the epic tale of "Gladiator," a valiant Roman general, Maximus, finds himself betrayed by the power-hungry son of the emperor. After being unjustly enslaved and forced to fight as a gladiator, he rises from the depths of despair with one burning desire: revenge. Amidst brutal battles in the Colosseum, where life and death hang by a thread, Maximus must navigate treachery and face formidable foes. As he earns fame and admiration from the crowds, he also seeks to restore honor to Rome while confronting his own tragic past. This gripping story weaves themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption against the backdrop of ancient Rome's glory. Ultimately, it poses profound questions about power and morality in an unforgiving world.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Gladiator include A Knight's Tale, Hero, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, DragonHeart, Joan of Arc, Kingdom of Heaven.

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Gladiator was released in theaters on November 22, 2000.