Maximus

Rating: 9/10 (2 June 2000)

This one's a powerhouse. The opening of the movie with a blitzkrieg says it all...General Maximus looks at his soldiers and says 'What you do in life will remain in eternity',before he leads them to one of the most memorable battlefield scenes made in movie history....these moments linger in your mind as the movie unfolds into a larger than life epic. Well crafted and beautifully delivered with a great soundtrack evokes a terrific moviewatching feel. Rusell Crowe is General Maximus turned slave turned Gladiator..no denying that...his fierce menacing eyes says it all..what a performance by him and rest of the cast. Great come back vehicle for RidleyScott. Not to be missed!!