Review of Gladiator (2000) by Ellens. — 05 Sep 2006

This movie captured the brutal life of Romans and how honor and fame could be accomplished by being the best gladiator. Russel Crowe did a brillant job.

This review of Gladiator (2000) was written by Ellens. on 05 Sep 2006.

Gladiator has generally received very positive reviews.

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