Good acting

Rating: Null/10 (10 September 2000)

The acting in this movie redeems the plot. Joaquim Phoenix is one of the most underrated actors, I feel. He's excellent in the movie especially in the scene with Richard Harris. Russell Crowe is adequete in his role and Richard Harris is good. Good costumes, but did Romans wear Indian Bindis at that time? Hmmm. The sets were good as well and this movie has definitely made me want to see go to Rome to admire the Architecture! The best scene is in the beginning, the Battle in Germania.Excellent direction.