Gladiator is loosely based on real events that occurred within the Roman Empire in 180 AD. ... The wish of the dying Caesar was to alter the political system of Rome into a republic - a government by the people, of the people and for the people. ... He maintains his strong and energetic character during the battles of war that resonates through the entire Roman army. ... During the first battle, Scott has taken the viewers to a bloody war between the Roman army and the Germanian troop. ... The low and dark lighting complements the war scene that intensifies the two emotions felt by the Roman...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate