... of the viewers because it embodies political and spiritual ideals. 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. Additionally, the plot is an inspiring element of the film where Maximus ... love from the emperor and the citizens of Rome. He maintains his strong and energetic character during the battles of war that resonates through the entire Roman army. His acting was outstanding; he was able to portray the role of a tough, authoritive general, but at the same time depicting a ... ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... of the late emperor Marcus Aurelius. Maximus is motivated by the desire to defend his family and the prosperous way of life that Roman imperialism provides. Whereas Commodus proves that the masses enjoy bread and circuses, Maximus in the end gains support from the masses by displaying ... is for the people by the people. With a central character grounded by family, religion, and a pledge of loyalty to the dream of a Roman Republic, the film allows time for thematic and moral issues to draw attention to themselves. It does eventually boil down to a fairly conventionally war resolution in ...

• Word Count: 1374
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate