Gladiator

Question 1

Public perspective

Answer 1

Benevolent leader in the opening sequence, the long point of view shot illustrate the soldiers bowing down before him, repeating “General” as he passes, show their respect for him and legitimises his leadership through popular support

Question 2

Public perspective of Maximus as a Gladiator

Answer 2

Wide angle shot of the mob to emphasise to the audience the public perspective (mob) enables Maximus’ rise as a gladiator and idealise him as a hero.

Question 3

Juxtaposes Public with Commodus’ private view

Answer 3

The juxtaposition of the scene and contrast of light to dark atmosphere where Commodus ask “Why is he not dead?” Characterisation and his dialogue, allow the audience an insight into the private perspective

Question 4

Commodus perspective

Answer 4

This private perspective is further emphasised through his dialogue “This vexes me. I am terribly vexed” The repetition emphasises Commodus anger that Maximus is not dead, how he is an obstacle in his way as an emperor.
Contrast of scene and structure…