Product: Gladiator [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 5.0
ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES I'VE EVER SEEN
Some people may say that the story for Gladiator is too formulatic, too predictable. You know why? Because they haven't seen the movie! Ridley Scott's interpretation of the gladiatorial struggle is beautifully and brutally depicted, making you gawk and gasp at the same time. Ridley Scott is a genius by my book, especially for creating one of the best movies of all time! And the pace! Even though the movie is 154 minutes long, it captivated me the whole time and still captivates me! Russell Crowe did an outstanding job as Maximus. There is no other who could have made me root for the hero more than him when he turns and confesses his identity to Commodus. And the scenery is wonderful! The drastic use of colors, from rich to drab to rich once more. The colors themselves explain the movie alone, as do all the other essential elements. That is the main reason why the movie is so good: equal spectacle. The number of different storylines in Gladiator could have been difficult to portray, and could really slow down the film. But, once again praise to Ridley Scott for making the storylines fit into the story and actually boost it. If it weren't for Braveheart, this would be the best movie I've ever seen. Even if you haven't seen it, BUY IT! THERE IS NO WAY YOU CANNOT ENJOY, LOVE, OR APPRECIATE GLADIATOR