Gladiator (Sapphire Series) [Blu-ray]

I saw Gladiator 9 times in the theater. I feel that this movie is a great watch by all. The action scenes are slick and violent but the story is touching and griping. I would reccomended this movie to all that love war films, history, violence and love. I would give this more than 5 but it's as high as I can go.

Walmart carries the remastered edition - which includes an extended version - apparently earlier blu-ray copies (2009-2010) were of poor quality. This remastered version is simply breathtaking, with scenes that make you feel you're right in the picture. The extended version only adds about 16 minutes of footage, but helps expand the characters and the story. As the winner of numerous academy awards, this movie is a classic in so many ways - and may still represent the best performance of Russell Crowe EVER!! Highly, highly recommended. Scenes of violence are not appropriate for young children or faint of heart.