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Rating: 10/10 (19 July 2012)

Russell Crowe's performance in Gladiator was as best as I have seen him. Ridley Scott brought out the best of Crowe in Gladiator, and his all round performance really felt as though he'd taken the time to research his role.
A heart felt story line (loss of family) and the 'father-son' relationship with the Emperor really makes the viewer want Crowe to win in this battle with Commodus.
And even with the film lasting well over 2 hours, I could have easily watched more. If you liked Braveheart, you will LOVE Gladiator.
There is one line in Gladiator that sums this film up: "Are you not entertained?". Well, if you are not entertained after watching this, I'll be very surprised.