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Gladiator

David Franzoni

“Gladiator” tells the powerful story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general betrayed by the corrupt Emperor Commodus. After refusing to support Commodus' claim to the throne, Maximus is sentenced to death but survives and is sold into slavery. As a gladiator, he rises through the ranks, driven by his desire for revenge and justice. Maximus' legendary fighting skills and unwavering integrity make him a symbol of hope for the people, while Commodus becomes increasingly paranoid about his growing popularity. In a final confrontation in the Colosseum, Maximus defeats Commodus and fulfills his promise to restore Rome to a republic. His sacrifice and legacy of honor make an indelible mark on history. “Gladiator” is a gripping tale of betrayal, revenge, and the enduring power of courage, showing how one man's fight for justice can change the course of an empire.

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der Angriff / deːɐ̯ ˈʔanɡʁɪf /noun

attack

sich auf einen letzten Angriff vorbereiten.

prepare for a final attack.

AttackeÜberfall

die Rüstung / diː ˈrʏstʊŋ /noun

armor

Maximus, in seiner kampferprobten Rüstung, reitet durch die Reihen seiner Soldaten.

Maximus, in his battle-tested armor, rides through the ranks of his soldiers.

PanzerSchutzanzug

kampferprobten / ˈkampfʔɛrˌproːptən /adjective

battle-tested

Maximus, in seiner kampferprobten Rüstung, reitet durch die Reihen seiner Soldaten.

Maximus, in his battle-tested armor, rides through the ranks of his soldiers.

der Stamm / deːɐ̯ ʃtʰaːm /noun

tribe

einen letzten Angriff gegen einen erbitterten germanischen Stamm vorbereiten.

prepare for a final attack against a fierce Germanic tribe.

die Bewunderung / diː beˈvʊndərʊŋ /noun

admiration

Die Bewunderung des Kaisers wird deutlich.

The emperor's admiration becomes clear.

VerehrungAnerkennung

erbitterten / ɛɐ̯ˈbɪtɐtən /adjective

bitterly hostile

gegen einen erbitterten germanischen Stamm

against a bitterly hostile Germanic tribe

erzürnt

sehnt / ˈzeːnt /verb

yearns

Trotz seiner Triumphe sehnt sich Maximus nach einem einfacheren Leben

Despite his triumphs, Maximus yearns for a simpler life

sich wünschenvermissen

umhüllt / ʊmˈhʏlt /verb

enveloped

Der Wald von Nebel umhüllt.

The forest is enveloped in mist.

einhüllenverhüllenbedecken

woanders / ˈandɐsˌvoː /adverb

elsewhere

Maximus' Herz liegt woanders.

Maximus' heart lies elsewhere.

einbringt / ˈaɪ̯nbʁɪŋt /verb

earns

Seine ruhige, aber autoritäre Präsenz strahlt Stärke aus, was ihm den unerschütterlichen Respekt der Truppen einbringt.

His calm but authoritarian presence exudes strength, which earns him the unwavering respect of the troops.

die Entschlossenheit / diː ɛntˈʃlɔsənhaɪ̯t /noun

determination

Maximus führt mit unerschütterlicher Entschlossenheit.

Maximus leads with unwavering determination.

ermutigende / ɛɐ̯ˈmuːtɪɡəndə /adjective

encouraging

spricht ermutigende Worte

speaks encouraging words

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