Truly superb film of 2001!

Rating: 10/10 (21 March 2001)

Gladiator was fantastic, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Compared to similar movies of 2001, it blew The Patriot out of the water. Joaquin Phoenix's character was my particular favorite. He acted so innocent and naive but could be sneaky and cruel the next minute. Russel Crowe was very good, but I do not believe he should win an academy award compared to the other actors of 2001. Connie Nielson's role was also played pretty well as Commodus's sister.
The gore of battle scenes were sometimes harsh but mild compared to certain Braveheart scenes.