FILM OF THE DAY; Gladiator (Film4, 9pm).Russell Crowe (right) flexes his impressive pecs as Maximus, the Roman general betrayed by the ambitious young Caesar and sold into slavery, only to find fame at the Colosseum Colosseum or Coliseum (both: kŏləsē`əm), Ital. Colosseo, common name of the Flavian Amphitheater in Rome, near the southeast end of the Forum, between the Palatine and Esquiline hills. as a powerful and brave gladiator gladiator (Latin; swordsman) Professional combatant in ancient Rome who engaged in fights to the death as sport. Gladiators originally performed at Etruscan funerals, the intent being to give the dead man armed attendants in the next world. - setting the scene for a dramatic showdown. Boasting breath-taking fight sequences, amazing special effects which rebuild the glory of ancient Rome, and outstanding performances, Ridley Scott's Oscar-winning epic is a movie you'll never forget. Joaquin Phoenix is superb as the villain of the piece, with support from Connie Nielsen and Oliver Reed. |
|
||||||||||||||
Printer friendly
Cite/link
Email
Feedback
Reader Opinion