G.C.S.E Latin at it's finest!

Rating: 9/10 (29 May 2000)

I didn't think of it as an Epic, I thought of it as a G.C.S.E Latin fictional 'Roman Life' book on-screen, but with additional storylines, vivid adventures and heart-warming dialogue. (ok, not ALL of it was 'heart-warming', but it certainly did touch me).
It was truly action-packed with various twist and turns to maintain interest of the viewer. I also highly appreciated the fact that the film jumped straight into it and prevented me from napping before the story had begun!
A big slap on the back for Russell Crowe. I think that this was his first 'major' film, and it was brilliant. Also the same for the actor that played Lucius. I'm sure we'll see more of him in the future.
My mother said that this was the best film that she'd ever seen and I respect her judgement.