Clarification on a great movie

Rating: 9/10 (9 February 2001)

'Gladiator', the fictional story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, is an excellent movie. There is a deep spirituality to the movie, an unraveling romance and breath-taking action sequences. Superb acting by the leads and supporters (Jaoquin Phoenix was incredible as evil Emperor Commodus) adds to the spectacle that is Gladiator. Ridley Scott hits the mark with his latest masterpiece. Now for some clarification. Some critics, professional and Internet-based alike, have stated that "Gladiator's" storyline strays away from the actual historical events that took place in ancient Rome. Please do your homework before you blatantly bash the credibility of a movie: at the end of 'Gladiator' there is a disclaimer: "Although some characters were taken from actual historical events, the STORY IS FICTION". Therefore, they can use the names but can write their own story. On a final note, Hans Zimmer has composed another amazing score. His other works include 'The Rock', 'Crimson Tide' and 'Backdraft'