GLADIATOR--Are you not entertained!!

I have always loved history, and ancient Rome is fascinating to me.

This breathtaking movie stars Russel Crow and 

Joaquin phoenix, who are two of my favorite actors. Joaquin

plays Commodus, who is an emperor of Rome, and who is quite

mad. 

I felt he had a resemblance to Caligula  who was an extremely insane ruler
of Rome who was assassinated, and his uncle put in charge.

Joaquin Phoenix is so believable as the deranged ruler, but in some way 
enticing, and Russel Crow won an academy award for his superb
performance. 
If you haven't seen it yet --please watch and enjoy!

joaquin phoenix 

This really doesn't have anything to do with the movie. I just think the shoes
are cool, except I like them better without heels.