One of the most overrated films of the decade....

Rating: 3/10 (7 June 2002)

When I first watched this movie, I was expecting everything it promised: "A Spectacular Historical Epic From Ridley Scott" But after seeing it, I can't understand the reception it got (four Oscars!). As far as I can tell, it was a botched attempt by Mr.Scott to create a historical epic of Braveheart proportions, and since Mel Gibson turned it down in favor of The Patriot, took the next Aussie in line, Russel Crowe. But the casting is the least of the problems, as the story seems derivitive and uninspired, which usually leaves it to the special effects and editing to carry the film. Sadly, even these are quite amature and ineffective. There where many times I couldn't believe I was watching a Scott film, for a tight picture and perfect visuals have become his trademark. If you want my opinion, don't even waste time on this failure, there's much better ones out there. 1/10