EPISODE · May 7, 2025 · 30 MIN
Rated or Dated: Gladiator (2000)
from Standard Issue Podcast · host Standard Issue
Ridley Scott’s epic regeneration of the swords and sandals genre made megastars out of Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix and bagged a whole load of metal for the trophy cabinet, alongside a heap of box-office kerching. But 25 years on, does this tale of blood, brutality, bread, circuses and vengeance still thrill? Mick, Hannah and Jen share their thoughts. Unleash hell. Or just have a listen, your call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ridley Scott’s epic regeneration of the swords and sandals genre made megastars out of Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix and bagged a whole load of metal for the trophy cabinet, alongside a heap of box-office kerching. But 25 years on, does this tale of blood, brutality, bread, circuses and vengeance still thrill? Mick, Hannah and Jen share their thoughts. Unleash hell. Or just have a listen, your call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Rated or Dated: Gladiator (2000)
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