Gladiator
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2hrs
35mins
Directed by
Ridley Scott,
Ridley Scott,
Laurie MacDonald,
Walter F. Parkes
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Starring
Russell Crowe,
Joaquin Phoenix,
Connie Nielsen,
Oliver Reed
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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.
