Product: Gladiator [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 3.0
Not a Best Picture Oscar in my book!
The year 2000 has to be considered one of the worst movie years in recent memory. As far as I'm concerned, none of the films nominated for Best Picture should have won, let alone nominated. Which brings me to Gladiator, the best picture winner of that year. This is probably the worst movie to win Best Picture since 1947 with Gentleman's Agreement. Don't get me wrong. The film is exciting with its chariots scenes and fights. Russell Crowe given the lack of competition probably deserved his Best Actor. Joaquin Phoenix is certainly effective in his supporting role. It's just that this film has been done before. If you like exciting, action packed film, this is for you. If you want to see a real Best Picture winner, try the original Ben Hur.