Maximus Decimus Meridius | Gladiator Wiki | Fandom
Maximus Decimus Meridius (1??-192 AD) was the commander of the Armies of the North and the Felix Legions under the Roman Empire. The greatest general of Rome during the 2nd century AD, he served loyally under Emperor Marcus Aurelius during his Twelve Year Campaign against the Germanic tribes at Vindobona in Germania.
Marcus Nonius Macrinus - Wikipedia
Macrinus' life inspired Russell Crowe's character Maximus Decimus Meridius in the 2000 feature film Gladiator. [8] Marcus Nonius Macrinus and the fictitious Maximus Decimus Meridius are placed within the same time period.
GLADIATOR: The Real Story - Ancient Roman History Revival
WHAT WAS MAXIMUS REALLY LIKE? Maximus Decimus Meridius (his full name is stated only once in the film) is a fictitious character! Although he did not exist, he seems as if he could be be a composite of actual historical figures. In the film, Maximus was Marcus Aurelius’ general.
The true story of The Gladiator - Italy's Wonders
2014年7月17日 · We all have watched Ridley Scott’s movie, but what is the true story of “The Gladiator”? Who were Maximus, Commodus and Marcus Aurelius? “My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions and loyal servant to the TRUE emperor, Marcus Aurelius.
Was Maximus Decimus Meridius A Real Gladiator? - HistoryExtra
2024年11月15日 · In Gladiator, director Ridley Scott created a swords-and-sandals epic that was half-history and half-fiction, and that includes his titular hero. Yet, as Jonny Wilkes, explores, there were plenty of real figures from Roman history to draw …
Gladiator: Who Is Maximus Decimus Meridius? - Screen Rant
2024年11月21日 · The story of Gladiator centers around the character of Maximus Decimus Meridius. Who is he, what was his journey, and why is he so important? Maximus is the counterpoint of Gladiator.
How historically accurate is the Gladiator - DailyHistory.org
Gladiator was a film released in 2000 starring Russell Crowe that focused on General Maximus Decimus Meridius, who was enslaved after escaping his execution for not supporting the new Roman emperor Commodus (starring Joaquin Phoenix). Maximus rises as a well-skilled gladiator, eventually making it to Rome, where he participates in the gladiator ...
Gladiator (2000 film) - Wikipedia
Crowe portrays a Roman general, Maximus Decimus Meridius, who is betrayed when Commodus, the ambitious son of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, murders his father and seizes the throne. Reduced to slavery, Maximus becomes a gladiator and rises through the ranks of the arena, determined to avenge the murders of his family and the emperor.
Was Gladiator's Maximus A Real Person? Historical Influences …
2024年3月9日 · Maximus Decimus Meridius is a fictional character inspired by real Roman generals and gladiators, symbolizing justice and righteousness. The upcoming sequel to Gladiator, starring Paul Mescal, tells the story of Commodus' nephew inspired by Maximus.
Gladiator | Gladiator Wiki - Fandom
Gladiator is a 2000 film about the Roman General Maximus Decimus Meridius, who was forced to become a gladiator. A sequel, Gladiator II, was released on November 22, 2024. In ancient Rome, General Maximus Decimus Meridius wages a successful campaign against the …