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Gladiator

Poster for the movie "Gladiator"
Poster for the movie "Gladiator"

Gladiator (2000)

155 min - Action, Drama, Adventure - 4 May 2000
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In the year 180, the death of emperor Marcus Aurelius throws the Roman Empire into chaos. Maximus is one of the Roman army's most capable and trusted generals and a key advisor to the emperor. As Marcus' devious son Commodus ascends to the throne, Maximus is set to be executed. He escapes, but is captured by slave traders. Renamed Spaniard and forced to become a gladiator, Maximus must battle to the death with other men for the amusement of paying audiences.

Director:  Ridley Scott
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Life Is Beautiful

Poster for the movie "Life Is Beautiful"
Poster for the movie "Life Is Beautiful"

Life Is Beautiful (1997)

116 min - Comedy, Drama - 20 December 1997
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A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.

Director:  Roberto Benigni
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