‘Gladiator’, is an epic historical drama film directed by Ridley Scott. It was written by David Franzoni, John Logan and William Nicholson.
The movie is about General Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe), who is named heir to the ailing Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris). The story takes a turn as Meridius is betrayed when Commodus, the ambitious son of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, murders his father and seizes the throne. Meridius is minimized into a mere slave. Later, the movie shows how Meridius fights for his life and freedom in order to avenge the murder of his family. The movie follows the events of Roman history in the latter half of the 2nd century AD.
The film won multiple awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Russell Crowe, and three other Oscars at the 73rd Academy Awards.
The film received favourable reviews from critics, and grossed 457 million US dollars worldwide, making it the second highest grossing film of 2000.
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