Ridley delivers again.

Rating: 9/10 (5 May 2000)

Gladiator. It conjures up images of honor, bravery, courage strength, and stoicism. One would think that a Hollywood movie would not be able to capture such qualities on film, sacrificing realism for the fluff, sex scenes, gratuitous violence and stilted weak plots.
Ridley Scott doesn't make that kind of movie. He brings to the screen a very realistic seeming portrayal of life as a Gladiator in the Roman Empire. Russell Crowe gave one of the most amazing performances of his career, bringing the title character to life, and managing to make Maximus real in just a few short hours.
Definitely a movie to see. It has subtlety for those who like to think in movies, but it also has action and betrayal for those who don't.
All I can say is, Thank you Mr. Scott. Keep 'em coming.