Gladiator II [DVD]

As an avid DVD/HD/UHD movie collector, I considered this movie to be an excellent addition any comprehensive movie disc collection. This movie in 4k Ultra HD format looks absolutely amazing. This format elevates the viewing experience to a highly immersive level. A 7.1 or a 9.1 surround sound system is also highly recommended for a truly theater like experience. Despite some Gladiator I fans reporting disappointment regarding the Gladiator II sequel, I did not agree with those viewers. Due to CGI advancements, I thought the special effects in the sequel were far more grandiose than those of the original. The simulated chariot races and sea battles depicted in the film were so spectacular and entertaining that this factor alone made this film a must see. This film is also a must have for Ridley Scott fans.

This movie complements the first with true finness. Giving recognition at the beginning 'and' at its end. Gladiator fans rejoice.

As my title says, as a stand alone movie, and had this been the only Ridley Scott Gladiator film, it would have been a masterpiece, but because we have the first one to compare it to, it falls a bit short is as the story itself isn't quite as strong as the first one. Don't get me wrong, it's still pretty good, just not quite as emotionally grabbing as the first. It basically picks up about 15 years after the first one, if memory serves, where the "Maximus" gladiator in this one turns out to be Maximus' son from the first film, and he's now the slave in Gladiator school after being captured in battle. The reveal of this plot point was rather well done, in my opinion. It harkined back to the original film with the same motion that Maximus used in the arena. The action scenes in this film are pretty good, but we've seen similar before in the 300 films, and other Greek/Roman period pieces. So they weren't all that ground breaking. I'll just say this, the film as a whole was pretty good, just not as original as it could have been.

nice movie for my collectionthanks

The movies are presented well on disc with great resolution and detail as you would expect from 4K presentations of Ridley Scott films. The packaging is a step above. Each film has its own gorgeous Steelbook and these are packaged in a sturdy snd attractive sleeve. This is how you do it.

It was a great movie as the first. Alot of action sword play. I like it when it was filled water with two ships! The end was twist he found out that it was his son!

Love the film. Had it moments. Was very lengthy. It did tie with the original. Good intense & over the top actions.

Great movie it’s what I wanted.