agreed. it had great depth....layers of meaning...direct and subtle throughout. it wasn't just an overblown action movie; like 300. that movie was hugely disappointing. i honestly felt nothing for the characters of that film, because the writers just didn't flesh them out enough for you to feel connected, as with Gladiator. not sure if you've seen 300, but i just thought it could have been done much better.
Agree completely! 300 was a joke IMO.
Originally Posted by paolo59
The opening scenes in Gladiator where phenomenal! You could literally see, taste, smell...as if you were watching history live. "Historical" movies (well, loosely based granted) are my favorites. There is some cinema that can transport you right back in time!
Its not often accomplished, but when it is.... wow!!
Originally Posted by whatevergirl
I grew up in a largely jewish town in NJ, had many jewish friends. My piano teacher taught an elderly lady back when I was a kid, who survived the camps, herself. She was so special to me, remembering her.
And...The teaching of the holcaust was of great importance in world history classes growing up.
So, for me, this movie makes my top 20 list.
Extraordinarily moving end scene...(sorry, not sure if this is spoiling anything for anyone who hasn't seen the movie)
When he says...'I could have gotten more out.' Oh gosh, I weep, everytime.
Please take the time to see this movie, if you haven't...(Schindler's List)
Schindler's List was also phenomenal!!
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What's even more amazing about Gladiator is that it was filmed a few months after RC starred in "The Insider", for which he packed on 40 pounds of lard.
The Insider in an incredible movie! I'd hate to have to choose between it and Gladiator..
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Not a single mention of Meatballs or Caddyshack? Sheesh.
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As far as 'chick movies' go...How to Make an American Quilt. I just love Winona Rider.
Another worthwhile movie, that maybe could make my top 20 list...Fight Club.
Not a Brad Pitt fan...but in that movie? Superb.
And his acting was great, too.
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The opening scenes in Gladiator where phenomenal! You could literally see, taste, smell...as if you were watching history live. "Historical" movies (well, loosely based granted) are my favorites. There is some cinema that can transport you right back in time!
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Naked Gun...all of them. So absurd, it's hilarious!
Ever see the old Police Squad tv show that it was spun from? I used to watch that as a kid and LMFAO..
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I think this is probably one of the best comedy films ever made. It isn't as joke-by-joke funny as Blazing Saddles but it is my favorite:
2 + 2 = 5 (for extremely large values of 2)
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