Gladiator
2000Ridley Scott155 min
Verdict: Cinema
- Graded near black
- Low end below soundbar range
After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
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- A wide image, with more letterboxing on a 16:9 screen.