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Key Information
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| Directors: |
Ridley Scott |
| Stars: |
Russell Crowe |
| Actors: |
Oliver Reed |
| Genre: |
Action/Adventure |
| Subgenre: |
Theatrical Release |
| MPAA Rating: |
R (MPAA) |
| Available Formats: |
DVD |
| UPC: |
667068720426 |
| Release Date: |
2000 |
| Running Time: |
2hr 34min |
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Languages
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| Original Language: |
English |
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DVD Editions
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Format: DVD
Release Company: DreamWorks Home Entertainment (February 02, 2010)
UPC: 032429078391 |
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VHS Editions
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Format: VHS, 2hr 34min
Release Company: Universal Studios Home Video (November 21, 2000)
UPC: 667068602630 |
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Credits
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| Screenwriter: |
David H. Franzoni |
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Professional Reviews
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(05/01/2000, p.62, Wade Major): "...Literate writing, commanding direction, awe-inspiring production design, eye-popping photography, breathtaking music and superlative acting all contribute to the staggeringly convincing recreation of the era..." -- 4 out of 5 stars |
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Quotes from the Movie
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"At my signal, unleash hell."--Maximus (Russell Crowe) to his troops
"Are you not entertained?!"--Maximus to the arena crowd |
| More Information |
| Details: |
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 mostl... |
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