Should you watch Gladiator?
Who it’s good for, who it isn’t, and what’s in it. No ratings, no scores.
Gladiator
Film · 2000
After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
The sides of Gladiator
- A general sold into slavery
- Fights in the arena
- An emperor who fears him
Gladiator is good for you if…
- you want ancient Rome brought back to life.
- you like a hero driven by honour and a promise to his family.
- you like brutal sword fights in the arena.
Gladiator is bad for you if…
- bloody battles and arena deaths ruin it for you.
- two and a half hours is too long for your evening.
About: revenge · honour · power
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