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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.
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.
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.
In 180 AD, the Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius intends to return home after he leads the Roman army to victory against Germanic tribes near Vindobona. Emperor Marcus Aurelius tells Maximus that his own son, Commodus, is unfit to rule and that he wishes Maximus to succeed him, as regent, to restore the Roman Republic. Angered by this ...
Maximus Decimus Meridius: Maximus is an entirely fictitious character but seems to be based on several characters, including Avidius Cassius, a general in Marcus Aurelius' armies. He declared himself emperor shortly after thinking Aurelius died in 175, suggesting a brief power struggle.
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.
Maximus Decimus Meridius is the main protagonist of the 2000 epic historical drama film Gladiator and the overarching protagonist of its upcoming 2024 sequel Gladiator II. He was portrayed by Russell Crowe, who also played Jor-El in Man of Steel and Bud White in L.A. Confidential.
Bringing the big screen to life with description and analysis of Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe) in Gladiator.
Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe)’s Timeline and Summary. Back; More ; Maximus is in a vision, walking through tall grass. He snaps out of his reverie, and is back in Germania, on the eve of a major battle. He participates in the battle, and the Romans ultimately win.
Maximus : [removes helmet and turns around to face Commodus] 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. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife.