10. Gladiator (2000 movie)
Released in 2000, 'Gladiator' is a cinematic masterpiece directed by Ridley Scott, starring Russell Crowe as Maximus Decimus Meridius. The film is a gripping tale of betrayal, revenge, and valor set in the backdrop of ancient Rome. Maximus, a betrayed Roman general, rises as a gladiator to challenge the corrupt emperor Commodus. With stunning visuals and an Oscar-winning performance by Crowe, 'Gladiator' remains an epic saga of love, honor, and redemption.