
SWORDS & SANDALS SERIES
Every Sunday, July 13-August 17, 2pm, in conjunction with the special exhibition Roman Art from The Louvre.
Sunday, August 17, 2 p.m.
Gladiator
Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris) names victorious Roman general Maximus (Russell Crowe) as his heir over his own son, Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). But Commodus betrays them, kills his father, and assumes control of the empire. Maximus is sold into slavery and learns the ways of the gladiator. When Maximus returns to Rome to fight before the Emperor, he is intent on avenging the murder of his family. Winner of 5 Academy Awards®, including Best Picture. Director: Ridley Scott 2000 USA 154min. R
