An epic of Roman proportions

Rating: Null/10 (13 May 2000)

In a nutshell Gladiator is a cinematic masterpiece. The cinematography was stunning along with the cast. It marks a long awaited return to form for Ridley Scott after his last "epic" 1492 ended in disaster. This films also marks Russell Crowe as the new action star of the millennium. Joaquin Phoenix in an understated role as Commodus deserves credit. The amount of effort that went into the detail of the era was incredible as well as the choreography of the fight sequences.What Scott set out to achieve proved what a great director he really is.
This film will surely be the Best Motion Picture of the year at next years Oscars, with Crowe and Scott picking up their respective crowns. What a film!