Gladiator

Story

Director Ridley Scott brings the glorious battles of the ancient Roman arena back to the big screen in a sweeping story of courage and revenge. The great Roman General Maximus, fresh from victory on the battlefield, dreams of home. When the dying Emperor Marcus Aurelius asks Maximus to assume the mantle of his power, the jealous emperor's son, Commodus, orders the general's execution and that of his family. Barely escaping death, Maximus is forced into slavery and trained as a gladiator in the arena where his fame grows. Now he has come to Rome, intent on avenging the murder of his wife and son by killing the new emperor Commodus.

DVD Features

• Treasure Chest - A Unique, Visually Dazzling Montage Of Additional Footage Cut To The Powerful Score
  
• Insightful Film Commentary From Award-Winning Director Ridley Scott
  
• Deleted Scenes, Complete with Director's Commentary
  
• Interview with Award-Winning Composer Hans Zimmer On Scoring The Film
  
• HBO's Popular First Look Behind-the-Scenes Featurette
  
• The Complete Learning Channel's Making Of Special
  
• One-Of-A-Kind Production Diary Written By Young Actor Spencer Treat Clark ("Lucius")
  
• Special Slide Show Featuring Concept Art And Storyboards
  
• Photo Gallery From Behind-the-Scenes of the Gladiator Set
  
• Theatrical Trailers and TV Spots
  
• In-Depth Production Notes and Detailed Cast and Filmmaker Biographies

Movie Details

Cast:

Russell Crowe
Djimon Hounsou
Connie Nielsen
Joaquin Phoenix
Oliver Reed
Derek Jacobi

MPAA Rating: R
Running time: 155 min
DVD Aspect Ratios: 2.35:1

International rating:

Europe: 15
Australia: M

DVD International release dates:
North America: Aug 19, 03