Product: Gladiator [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 5.0
Betcha can't watch just once----Mesmerizing
I have personally never been as captivated with a movie in my life. I heard about people watching it several times and just couldn't believe it. But then I saw it, went out and bought a DVD player and now have seen it at least eight times. Why do accomplished people in the present want to watch this again and again? Besides the fact that the movie is wonderful on many levels (acting, costumes, action, music(too evocative for words) sets, etc)and is layered thick with details missed on first and second viewing, there must be more. I think it could be a search for transcendence in a secular world where nothing is really worth dying for, especially not your self respect or honor. I know at least one judge who has seen it 20 times! Anyway, this is a must buy and a must see---again and again. Betcha can't watch just once...