Review of Demetrius and the Gladiators (1954) by Robert H — 13 Jun 2015
This sequel to The Robe brings more of what made these period pieces so great back in the day. Along with the likes of Cleopatra, Demetrius and the Gladiators sports fantastic set pieces, wonderful costumes and stories of Rome of old.
While I think the portrayal of Emperor Caligula is much more subdued than any other I've ever seen, he is still clearly not a very nice emperor The gladiator games are where this film really gets interesting. While nothing like the tv show Spartacus, being more like the modern film Gladiator, it shows some truly entertaining arena combat. Not as flashy as modern films with action more akin to the stage, it is still a spectacle to behold.
Demetrius and the Gladiators is a wonderful film and should delight any fans of older films and those who enjoy seeing the likes of Italy before it was called Italy.
This review of Demetrius and the Gladiators (1954) was written by Robert H on 13 Jun 2015.
Demetrius and the Gladiators has generally received positive reviews.
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