What's it about?
Set in AD 180, it is based on the fictional story of general Maximus - who becomes a slave after the new Emperor of Rome Commodus kills his father Marcus Aurelius and order the general's death. Maximus becomes the most famous gladiator in Rome and challenges the unfit Emperor in the arena.
Why watch it?
Because it is the ultimate must-see historical period drama. Story, acting, dialogue, music, camera work - everything makes this film great.
Stars
Ratings
8,5 on IMDb
77% Rotten Tomatoes
Reviews
Gladiator Review, Empire
Gladiator, TimeOut