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Summary: Breathtaking
Review: Not only is this a great action movie, it even has a historical value. Most of the reviews here are written by Americans and a was a bit sceptic too when I went to see the movie because of the fact that the movie was directed by Ridly Scott (an American). I must say, Ridley did his research more than adequate. Coming from Europe (and thus having visite Rome more than once) I was impressed how accurate the city of Rome was reproduced. I was amazed by the look of the Colosseum (that now still partially stands in the center of Rome). Americans tend to forget the influence of the Roman Empire. Well I can say that Europe wouldn't be what it is today if the Roman Empire hadn't existed.
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Summary: Good, but not great
Review: (Note: This is a review of the VHS version, not DVD. If anyone has a DVD player, they can give it to me if they want.)First of all, this movie is pretty gory. Most of it happens so quick that you won't have time to look away, though, so it's not that hard to take. But make sure you tell the kiddies to go play with their barbies or something. This will scare the wee ones out of their wits. They'll cry to you hours into the night, you won't get ANY sleep. and your day will be lousier. The best part of the movie is how it truly captures the terror of being a gladiator. That must've been a horrible job. But those are also the most gory parts, so be warned. I though the movie overall was a good experience. I was satisfied when it ended, but I wasn't all that emotionally touched. Just satisfied, basically. Also, the movie is sort of long, which I felt it was just so it could say it was "an epic." I feel it could've been shortened down a tad bit (maybe take out the subplot about the incestous relationship between Caesar and his sis).
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Summary: So Many Flaws and Yet So Good.
Review: There are two ways to be able to enjoy this move. The first, be completely ignorant of the history of the Roman Empire and enjoy it for the great heroic epic it is. The second (and way I chose) is to just ignore the errors, suspend disbelief, and enjoy it for the heroic epic it is. Either way, as action, Gladiator can't be beat. I even almost forgave that dog Crowe for messing around with a married woman (believe me Dennis, you're better off without her). Crowe is close to perfect in the title role (if a bit flabby - Arnold would have been too big). Richard Harris makes even over acting look good. And Oliver Reed is a joy to watch. Joaquin Phoenix . . . well, let's just say he was supposed to be unlikeable, not laughable. Still, I wouldn't be surprised if Gladiator ends up with a little bald gold man for both best picture and best director.
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Summary: An instant favorite
Review: I saw this movie in the theater, and loved it. The DVD is great. The second disc has most of the extra features, and a few of the omitted scenes are good. I think a couple of them shed some more light on the story. For those who loved the score as I did, there is a part were you can see the composer discuss the process he went through writing the soundtrack. I think this is one of the best movies out there. The story is a great story, and it is full of emotion. I highly recommend this movie.
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Summary: The best movie ever!
Review: I really loved this movie, you should buy it. The end.
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Summary: Gorgeous, glorious epic
Review: This was one great flick I was chomping at the bit to see--ever since I saw a preview. And boy, does it deliver. The story is great--moving, fulfilling and action-packed--and the cinematography deserves an Oscar. I thought it the best film since "Braveheart." It's got something for everyone: fight scenes, intrigue, history and a bit of romance. Russell Crowe is a very watchable hero; Joaquim Phoenix is an enemy you love to hate. There is violence, but it's necessary to the story and hey, that was life.
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Summary: Wow! Wow! Wow!
Review: Yessssssssss! (Stars in eyes) this movie ROCKS! ROCKS! ROCKS! Everything's complete perfection: Acting, Story, Cast, Screeplay, EVERYTHING! You name it!!! If you are looking for a movie with everything in it..."Gladiator" is your movie! Russell Crowe is so hunky. And a great actor. When it first came out, you can guess that I didn't waste ONE SECOND to go to the store and buy it! I just had to have it! I want you guys to watch this movie, because, man, I repeat, "Gladiator" ROCKS!!!!
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Summary: An Awesome Movie - Hidden Features on DVD
Review: Highlight eagle on Richard Harris' breastplate and you get the trailer to chicken run.
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Go to the storyboard for the Rhino scene that never made it into the film and when on the actual storyboards press up to highlight the Rhino on the first screen, this will take you to a computer generated Rhino which gives you a glimpse of what might have been.
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Go to the storybords menu on the extras disk select the Rhino story board. Once selected (storyboard shown) click up with your controler and hilight the rhino on the second board select it and voila a hidden menu with footage and other bits.
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On the second disc go into the "Cast & Crew Bios" section. Enter Ridley Scott's biography and on the last page when you run out of 'next' buttons hit 'right' on your contoller pad anyway and you will unlock a secret credits page for the DVD creators.
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Summary: Riveting! A movie you think about for days after you see it
Review: GLADIATOR is absolutely riveting, capturing your attention immediately! This DVD has earned a spot on my shelf to stay. First off, the recreation of battles, Roman army camps, and ancient Rome are abolutely amazing! Stunning! Extremely well directed too. Secondly, if you are squeemish, the bloody battle scenes will bother you -- but the story is good enough that you still may want to see it anyway, even if you have to cover your eyes at times! The violence is not gratuituous in nature -- it illustrates the barbaric nature of things back in that century and is actually an important part of the story as a whole. Maximus, the main character, is a person with high moral standards who ends up being kidnapped and sold as a slave ... eventually he ends up a gladiator. I don't want to give away any more of the story, there are surprising details. Let's just say that you root for Maximus through the film. I'll also say one thing, I watched parts of it with tears streaming down my face. This film will touch you to the core and you will think about it for days!
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Summary: Let the experience wash over you...
Review: Gladiator is a classic hero tale which allows you to turn off the thinking-centres of your brain and just enjoy the adventure. Our Hero is a man and general of epic proportions, the Bad Guy is Very, Very Bad, and there is a strong female character conniving behind Caesar's back. Add to this some exciting and slightly gory swordplay and an amazing, award-winning soundtrack that flows perfectly through the movie, and you have a wonderful escapist experience. (One of my friends tells me that she didn't like the gore, but got through it by shutting her eyes until the music told her that the gross bit was over.) The extra scenes on the second DVD add a great deal to the viewing experience, too. (Some of them really deserved to be cut from the film, but others give new insights into the characters' motivations.)
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