This chick, MJ, thinks that her dialogue is more important than the entertainment of her viewing audience. Chill out, and give the movie a chance for heaven's sake!

The Roman Empire left so much written history, culture, law, tradition, entertainment, lifestyle, they left records of it all

Maximus was born in Hispania (Spain today), one of the main Roman provinces, so yes he was a Spaniard

In the Roman Empire it was actually common for Emperors to pass down the crown to a non family member, when Marcus Aurelius passed down the crown to Commodus it was taboo, but Marcus only did it so he didn't have to sentence Commodus to death for his aspirations.

He puts the dirt on his hands for grip obviously but the reason he smells it is to remind him of his farm life at home and what he’s fighting for.

Hispania/Iberia (Spain and Portugal) became part of the Roman Empire a couple hundred years earlier. The Caesars Hadrian and Trajan were from Hispania. That's why Maximus was being called Spaniard...because he was.

Gladiator, it was the last movie I watched with my dad, so it's very special for me.

I am so glad you’re watching the longer movies now, they are usually so much better.

One of my favorite movies ever. Seen it so much. Another fav of mine also starring Russell Crowe is Master and Commander

Historically the movie is fairly accurate on the broad strokes, but they take liberties to make the story. No evidence Commodus killed his dad Marcus Aurelius. But Marcus Aurelius was a real emperor who is considered a good, wise, and very capable emperor and his son Commodus was a nut. But...Maximus didn't exist. However we do actually know a lot about what happened. They were a very literate society and kept plenty of records that we still have.

In my top 3 favorite of all time for sure. Tombstone, Gladiator, Brave Heart.

34:53 You’re funny. The ancient equivalent of NBA All-Star Weekend groupies 💀

Love how you dipped into other genres, it’s fun any way you go

if anything, please know that the romans wrote about and documented EVERYTHING, there's not a ton that they left us guessing about. as for the movie it's all in good fun and i'm glad you enjoyed it.

The busy little bee line is one of the scariest lines I've ever heard. Joaquin Phoenix played the perfect role. This is the first movie I can remember seeing in theaters that not only left me speechless but left me crying my eyes out. I've seen it so many times and I still cry my eyes out.

Fun fact/facts: The crowd actually didn't speak much english so it took some direction to get them to cheer, and also the actor Oliver Reed (Proximo, Maximus' Patron) was deceased so most of his scenes were done with CGI.

Now "Troy"

The horse died when it fell like that because it ran till it's heart stopped

Yea, the Romans left lots of structures, buildings, statues and written history. The Roman Colosseum in the film is still standing today and a big tourist spot.

Horses can't run forever like in the movies they will die after a few miles that's why he took two. Even though that's not enough to gallop from Germany to Spain 😊

Caesar Marcus was played by Richard Harris was Dumbledore in the first two Harry Potter movies. Proximo played by Oliver Reed, unfortunately he died before the end production.

@2:09 Ouch. NO! There are so many writings from these times and archeological evidence to help validate many claims from the Roman era. Just depends which centuries you are referring to.

Telling on my age here but this was the first movie I went to see in movie theatres. Year 2000 this was one of the best movies out when I was in HS. Great reaction!

And the princess does have a great survival instinct. She can keep him in check, for the most part, but if u didnt catch it, she actually drugs him, which is why he always falls asleep when things get super wierd etc.

The grind is realllllll rolling outta bed to react to movies, keep goin queen ❤

"a few scruptions" about the Romans lol. There is a crazy amount of Latin literature, from philosophy to gastronomy to engendering and science to a lot more

He's likely taking two horses because he plans on riding one to death

My favorite movie of all time since it came in 2000. Great reaction! ❤

Gotta watch Troy 👌👌

MJ, you seem to have a General yourself. You know strategy and people.

The crowd was chanting live.

By the looks of it, the opps in the beginning were not prepared.

Sweetheart we're still in AD

Also, they're making a Gladiator 2, with Djimon Honsou (his Black friend from the end part). I'm so happy. 😊

I remember watching this movie in highschool. And when Commodus smothered his father I was traumatized.

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Now you are ready to watch Gladiator 2 that should be released this Fall. Some of the original cast from this movie will be back. G2 will focus on Lucius, the boy who will be grown who took over Rome after the death of Maximus

Maximus was a farmer b4 he was a general. He picks up the dirt....rubs his hands and smells it bc it reminds him of the life that was stolen from him.

Incredible ❤

Wassup MJ always enjoy your reactions and can't wait for this one 😊

loved your reaction. Good commentary! 19:05 He was leading a horse while riding a horse so he can swap when the first gets tired. In ancient history the Chinese did that to travel long distances.

Really raising the bar on movie quality as of late.

I love what you said: "You stabbed me in the back to have an advantage." That's what a coward would do. Then Commodus goes and gets stabbed in the front, like a WARRIOR, because Maximus is no coward. That's a take I've never heard before. Girl, you on point!!!! ❤❤

one of your very best, MJ.. i'm subscribed now.. thanks for this great reaction vid.. the editing was so good

1:59 Try starting at Google, when it comes to what happened in Rome we aren’t guessing. As other people said the Romans kept records of what was happening to them. A lot of what we think of as structured society comes from the Romans and the Greeks. If you truly wish to learn something about how our society got here its not hard.

It’s based on historical events but it’s fictionalized. Meaning it’s loosely based on real events in history but it’s a fictional story. But still a great movie.

You're becoming very cine-literate, MJ! You see the clues and interpret them correctly. The factual tid-bits come later, like the emperor (Marcus Aurelius, also called Caesar) is played by the actor (Richard Harris) who starred in the first two Harry Potter films as Dumbledore. Your human sensibilities and intuition also seem to be in synch with reality. Repeated exposure to film techniques, to literary works, and an expanded awareness of history can only increase your comfort and growth in this world. I'll continue to search for your movie reactions! Best wishes!!

Horses are not cars you need change when one is tired...

Loving this reaction. Great reaction to this classic movie

Not to overwhelm, but for a single little kingdom, we normally count surviving materials in the thousands; for the roman empire, we have countless documentations of all kinds - historians do a lot of work, and we do know a lot about the past! That said, the director made himself some dramatic choices here, that most historians by now have pointed out. It's normally fine to veer off a little bit, so long as it's made clear the movie does not intend to lecture, but show a good story.

"I didn't say I knew him I said he touched me on the shoulder once!" 😆 Hey we all got our little brushes with stardom

Amazing movie love the video MJ stay motivated dream big 1 mill on the way

This was Russell Crowe's best movie imo great reaction I put this reaction in top tier section Heat Forrest Gump The Green Mile Gladiator have a blessed day MJ 🕷🕸🌹

I know these are reaction videos but my biggest issue is when all the person or people reacting to the movie or show just talk through the whole thing and MJ WITHOUT SPIDERMAN in my opinion your reaction was very enjoyable. Awesome reaction you definitely have a new subscriber. I look forward to watching more reactions from you.

@MJ Continue to seek out greatness and films that move you emotionally. Fun watch, this is one of my 25 favorite films. Ridley Scott is an amazing director

I've been trying not to, but you are just way too amazing to not fall in love with! Every time you smile and laugh I get all warm and squishy inside, wishing I could give you a big squeeze!! Lol Love you, sweet girl! You have been a nurturing blessing for my soul and I am truly grateful for you! ❤🤗😇

So back in those times it wasn't uncommon for brothers & sisters to sleep w/ one another, especially those of higher decent because they believed in keeping the Blood Lines "Royal"!!!! I took a Greek Mythology Course a long time ago when i was in school & learned that....

One of my all time fave movies, must've seen it atleast a couple dozen times 🙏 You should definitely watch Troy and Kingdom Of Heaven since you seem to enjoy historical epics.

I am so here for this. Great reaction

the enemy germans took position in the trees trying to bait the romans into pursuing, the romans had numerical superiority, this was the last of the german army until they had won germany. the praetorian guard commander was concerned about his men getting into battle, but maximus kindly told him to shut up that it would be acceptable. praetorians had real control at times in history, thats why they supported the treacherous son. plus the soil is too wet in the environment for sustained forest fires.

Before " Gladiator " there was " Conan The Barbarion " . And before that there was " Ben Hur ".

Putting maggots on the wound is actually smart. They only eat dead/infected flesh.

One of the best movies all time.

Another banger!!!🔥🔥

He was a farmer before he was a soldier.

he took two horses because he intends to ride them literally to death so that he can make it to northern spain from germany on time to save his family.

Great reactions....❤

36:13 something about him also a farmer not just a soldier

Should def watch Troy now. But also yeah, Marcus Aurelius was real, there's even a book called "Meditations" and it's really good. But yeah back in the day like in Egypt they believed in "pure blood heirs" so they'd have children with family members

That Commodus guy; he's a real Joker!

This is by far the best Soundtrack of all times

Excellent movie. Good reaction.

MJ Awesome Video Today!!🔥🐐🐐💎

one of my favorite movies of all time

"This is based way back in A.D". Well it's a good thing we're not back in A.D. You're too cute.

Love your Videos MJ 💯🖤❤️💝

You have 39k subs and more Patreons than PewDiePie! How? That's insane.. you had a whole movie credits list of patrons.

I could listen to MJ talk all day 😍

The word you were looking for is resentment 👍🏾

You are in for a treat

Brilliant film and great reaction

I just love MJ Spirit in theses videos I thank god for her every day this world definitely needs you great video Mj ❤🔥🦋🧸❤️‍🔥

He took 2 horses because he was gonna go a long way really fast and the one he's sitting on will get tired quicker because of his extra weight then you'll switch to the other 1 he's riding gets tired

I know you don't take requests but there's a similar film to Gladiator that was made in 1960 called Spartacus which is the GOAT of these type of movies and the inspiration to Gladiator. One day I hope you can check it out. As always nice reaction, miss MJ.

The dirt rubbing in hand give you good grip on a weapon.

Oh no you've summoned the history nerds who have been waiting to type at you for not knowing more about the Roman Empire. 😂😂😂 Appreciate you.

i love you

Horse is dying MJ you push a horse to hard it can and will die

Good morning beautiful ❤️

The reason they call him the spaniard is because he was from spain, which was part of the roman empire

I can't wait for Gladiator 2

Morning from UK

Btw, one of my best friends has a pretty cool Spiderman tattoo he got in the 90's. It was b day gift from his wife. This was before all the films so it was for his love of the comics as a kid in the 70's and early 80's.

This really movie pretty good

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You look THAT good in the morning?!? Wow… I look like Shrek! lol ❤

They were chanting live

My ex hated this movie, I used to be obsessed with the Romans.

You mention Casualties of War at about the 9 minute mark...funny, look up the movie Casualties of War.

Mj you're really angel ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤