S2E52 2000 Oscars: Gladiator

Our final episode on Best Picture nominees from 2000 is here. It’s time to talk Gladiator. Ridley Scott’s Best Picture winning epic follows Maximus, a disgraced Roman general on a quest for vengeance. Russell Crowe won an Oscar for his performance, and he is joined by Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Djimon Hounsou, Derek Jacobi, Richard Harris, and Oliver Reed in his final performance. Fans of Gladiator have found a rewatchable classic; detractors say it’s too conventional and poorly written. Where will our hosts land? Next week: Gladiator II! How do you feel about Gladiator? Are you excited for Gladiator II? Let us know at [email protected]