Gladiator

Theatrical - Wide 2000-05-05

Cast Russell Crowe Joaquin Phoenix Oliver Reed Connie Nielsen Derek Jacobi Djimon Hounsou
Directed by Ridley Scott
Written by David Franzoni John Logan William Nicholson

Genres: Drama

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8/10

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In the final days of Marcus Aurelius’ reign, the aging emperor arouses his son Commodus’ anger when he makes known his wish that Maximus be his successor. Power-hungry Commodus kills his father and orders the death of Maximus. But the latter... See more flees and hides his identity by becoming slave and a gladiator. Eventually, Maximus journeys back to Rome to confront his arch-rival.

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Posted 26 years ago

Review Date: Director: Ridley Scott Writer: David Franzoni, John Logan, William Nicholson Producers: David Franzono, Steven Spielberg, Douglas Wick Actors: Russell Crowe as Maximus, Joaquin Phoenix as Commodus, Connie Nielsen as Lucilla Plot: A highly respected general of the Roman...

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