An epic, well deserving of the Best Picture Nomination.

Rating: 10/10 (28 February 2001)

I put off seeing this movie for a few months, after finally seeing it, I'm not sure why I didn't see it sooner. Granted it is violent, but only because it has to be, not because it can be. You really begin to develop a feel for the characters as the story goes on, especially the tragedies and hardships that the main character Maximus goes through. Another plus is the soundtrack, I would definitely recommend renting this, especially on DVD. I hope it gets best picture, it deserves it.