Product: Gladiator [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 5.0
Strength & Honor FOREVER !!!
Russel Crowe and Ridley Scott prove beyond doubt that outstanding filmmaking is still all about masterful storytelling. The heroic tale of Maximus the general and gladiator keeps you spellbound from opening shot to the ending credits---thanks to the no-nonsense realism of Russel Crowe's portrayal , as well as the outstanding ---and sometimes scene stealing---performances by Joaquin Phoenix, Oliver Reed, and Richard Harris.Of course, the riveting visuals and perfect pacing of the film are all signature Ridley Scott and provide the story-telling with gritty, contemporary, and ---on occasion---ethereal qualities. Who would think that the sandals-and-toga genre would be this captivating ?Gladiator is an outstanding movie and certainly headed for hall-of-fame status. Perfect from all angles and so timely in its universal themes of heroism, strength, honor, and character. It is a must-see for all, a must-die-for-to-collect for all great film afficionados.Strength & Honor forever!!!