Amazing Period Piece

Rating: 10/10 (27 April 2020)

Gladiator is probably my favourite movie ever - if not, it's my favourite period piece without a doubt.
I love anything to do with ancient Rome. This movie, although not entirely historically accurate (nor is it meant to be - but it still is realistic), really draws you in with it's sets, colour palette, and storyline.
Connie Nielson does an incredible performance. Russell Crowe + Joaquin Phoenix have a compelling energy in their scenes together, but also individually throughout the movie.
Overall, 10/10 for me