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I love history, and to me, Gladiator is a masterpiece. It is the most accurate picture of the Roman Empire Hollywood has ever put out. People declare Spartacus a masterpiece, but Gladiator far outdoes Spartacus in quality. The costuming, the acting, the screenplay, the scenery, and the fighting styles made me think that I had traveled back to 180 A.D. Russell Crowe is a true Hollywood tough guy, and he is superb in this movie. Joaquin Phoenix is outstanding as a villain, one of the best in movie history. He played his character as if it were a psychologist's dream case. Connie Nielsen plays one of the strongest female characters that I have ever seen. The choreographer of the action sequences was brilliant. Ridley Scott did an outstanding job in recreating the Empire, including the multitude of ethnic groups within the Empire and accurately depicting everyday life. If you're looking for insight into what the Roman Empire was like, this is a perfect depiction.Read full review
This is one of our favorite flicks, and this 2 disc set is even better. The filming is excellent and the characters memorable. Crowe is at his best showing the strength needed to survive, as well as the humanity and brains to connect with your heart. And as always, a "good" bad guy really makes the movie. Phoenix delivers.
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This is such a great movie. Russell Crowe is magnificent as Maximus. Joaquin Phoenix is terrific as Commodus. The conflict between the two characters is so exciting. The costumes and setting are so authentic you actually feel your part of it all.
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This 2000 epic historical drama has excellent story, choreography, scenery, costumery, and acting. Gory scenes give it an R rating, but God’s name is not used in vain throughout the entire production. It is a “Keeper” for our video collection!
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This is one of my favorite movies. Russell Crowe is also one of my favorite actors, and this is one of his best performances ever!
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