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Spartacus (2004)

6.720042h 54mEN
ActionDrama

Directed by Robert Dornhelm

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 54m

Language

EN

Release

March 17, 2004

Director

Robert Dornhelm

Overview

Sentenced to spend out the rest of his adult life laboring in the harsh deserts of Egypt, the Thracian slave Spartacus gets a new lease on life when he is purchased by the obese owner of a Roman gladiator school. Moved by the defiance of an Ethiopian warrior, Draba, Spartacus leads a slave uprising ...

Cast

Goran Višnjić

Goran Višnjić

Spartacus

Alan Bates

Alan Bates

Antonius Agrippa

Angus Macfadyen

Angus Macfadyen

Marcus Crassus

Rhona Mitra

Rhona Mitra

Varinia

Ian McNeice

Ian McNeice

Lentulus Batiatus

James Frain

James Frain

David

Henry Simmons

Henry Simmons

Draba

Ben Cross

Ben Cross

Titus Glabrus

Ross Kemp

Ross Kemp

Cinna

Georgina Rylance

Georgina Rylance

Helena

Richard Dillane

Richard Dillane

Julius Caesar

Paul Kynman

Paul Kynman

Crixus

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Spartacus (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sentenced to spend out the rest of his adult life laboring in the harsh deserts of Egypt, the Thracian slave Spartacus gets a new lease on life when he is purchased by the obese owner of a Roman gladiator school. Moved by the defiance of an Ethiopian warrior, Draba, Spartacus leads a slave uprising which threatens Rome's status quo. As Spartacus gains sympathy within the Roman Senate, he also makes a powerful enemy in form of Marcus Lucinius Crassus, who makes it a matter of personal honor to crush the rebellion.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Spartacus. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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