Product: Gladiator [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 5.0
EXCELLENT!
Definitely a great epic movie, Gladiator, brings to the screen the story of the Roman general Maximus, as he seeks revenge against the Roman emperor for the killing of his family and the injustices that have been done against him.The story starts with an AMAZING battle against the barbarians in Germania, in which the Roman legions are victorious.Maximus' quest takes us from Rome to North Africa and back all the while providing an extraordinary plot along with some great scenery.The film combines drama, action and adventure making it one of the best of its kind, thus, resurrecting interest in historical adventures after a long dormant period.Needless to say, Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are outstanding to say the least, especially Joaquin Phoenix's character who as Emperor Commodus, steals the show!The setting, the special effects, the music and the costumes are all wonderful!Arenas, Battles, and swordfights are all about.In short, it is a movie worth watching!