GITS Script Reading & Analysis: “Gladiator” — Dialogue

We wrap up our week long analysis of the script “Gladiator” by considering its use of dialogue. We should probably start with the fact it is a period piece and so a basic question: Did the dialogue feel real and sound authentic — at least in movie terms — for the Roman era?

Then what do you consider to be the most memorable lines, either good or… not so good? Why did they work — or not — for you?

Any notable callbacks (a line used once, then used again later in a different context)?

How about set-up & payoffs?

Any exposition that caught your eye for being handled exceptionally well?

Finally there’s that old adage in Hollywood: “Show it, don’t say it.” Were there instances in the script where you felt the filmmakers could have done better to visualize what was being said rather than have it communicated via dialogue.

See you in comments!

For Day 1 of our analysis of “Gladiator,” a general discussion, go here.

For Day 2 of our analysis, focusing on structure, go here.

For Day 3 of our analysis, focusing on characters, go here.

For Day 4 of our analysis, focusing on themes, go here.

If you haven’t had the chance to read the 10.22.1998 draft of “Gladiator, you may go here to access it.

[Remember next week’s genre is comedy. The script: Bridesmaids.]

NOTE: THIS SERIES AND THE USE OF SCRIPTS IS STRICTLY FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES!

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