Gladiator
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- TMDB rating for Gladiator (opens in a new tab)8.2 / 10(21,482 votes)
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- Director: Ridley Scott
- Cast: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed, Richard Harris, Derek Jacobi
- Released: May 4, 2000
Synopsis
After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
Source: TMDB (edited as needed)
My commentary
Perhaps my score is biased as this movie ignites in me a certain emotional response. When I was a boy, it broke my heart to see commodus learning of Lucila's betrayal and the pretorians killing cicero. The scene of the Roman victory at Vindobonna and the unveiling of Maximus' identity are two of my favorite scenes ever.
Awards
- Best ActorAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best Costume DesignAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best PictureAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best SoundAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best Visual EffectsAcademy Awards · Oscar
- Best FilmBAFTA
Show 2 more institutions
- National Board of Review: Top Ten FilmsNational Board of Review of Motion Pictures
- National Board of Review Award for Outstanding Production DesignOther awards