Description
Ridley Scott (BLADE RUNNER, ALIEN) transports Hollywood to second-century Rome in this rousing historical epic that proudly harkens back to such films as BEN-HUR and SPARTACUS. Russell Crowe plays Maximus, a Roman general who leads the troops in conquering Germania for the empire. When an aging Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris) tells Maximus that he'd like him to rule Rome once he's gone, a classic confrontation ensues between the brave and charming soldier--who wants to return home to his wife, son, and farm--and the jealous and conniving Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), the emperor's only son, who is thirsty for power. Bought as a slave by the profiteering Proximo (Oliver Reed, in his last role), Maximus must kill or be killed in the ring, battling to save not only himself but the future of the very empire that he loves and honors. The film features a terrific battle sequence (that recalls the beginning of SAVING PRIVATE RYAN), huge crowd scenes of thousands of people, and even a little romance, albeit mostly taboo. The impeccably choreographed gladiator scenes are violent yet thrilling, flashing by like lightning. GLADIATOR is a glorious spectacle filled with heart and soul.
Condition: Used - Very Good
DVD is in pristine condition, DVD case shows minimal signs of shelving /use.
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Product details
- DVD
- Genre - Drama
- Sub Genre - Action/Adventure
- Director - Ridley Scott
- Rating - R
- Edition - Signature Selection
- Leading Role
- Russell Crowe
- Joaquin Phoenix
- Connie Nielsen
- Display Format - Widescreen
- Film Country - USA
- Release Date - November 21, 2000
- Number of Discs - 2
- Region Code - Region 1
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