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2000 · 155 min · R

Gladiator

Directed by Ridley Scott · Action, Drama, Adventure

Gladiator (2000) is a Action film, directed by Ridley Scott set in Rome during ancient times. It runs 155 minutes and is rated R.

A biopic, with a bleak and tense tone. Themes of revenge, power & corruption, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Hans ZimmerLisa Gerrard
Cinematography
John Mathieson
Cast
Russell CroweJoaquin PhoenixConnie NielsenOliver ReedRichard HarrisDerek JacobiDjimon HounsouDavid Schofield

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Rome
Setting
Urban
When
Ancient

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
RevengePower & CorruptionFamily & Loyalty
Tone
BleakTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadAntihero
Pacing
Propulsive
Dialogue
Balanced
Based on
Historical Fiction

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