Gladiator (2000)
R 2h 35m 8.4/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Ridley Scott
Cast: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed, Richard Harris
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Death of a child Death of a parent Grief / bereavement (major focus)
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Kidnapping / abduction War / combat Wrongful imprisonment
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Blood / medical gore
Violence & Physical Harm
Animal cruelty / animal death Gore / graphic violence Gun violence Slavery / forced labor Torture
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