Twice. I finished watching and immediately played it again. I hadnt seen the movie in about 20 years, so it was very fresh. First, let me say that Joaquin Phoenix is an absolute menace. Pure evil. He conveys it so well, that it was immediately apparent who the antagonist was, before he even spoke. His eyes are so dark and unforgiving. Russel Crowe is very believable as well. After escaping and going back home, thats exactly the reaction I would expect from someone who experienced something like that. Such an all around great movie. The cinematography is outstanding, especially in the opening sequence when they are shooting the arrows at the Barbarians. Chefs kiss. Incredible.
Review of Gladiator
