Gladiator (Music from the Motion Picture)
Hans Zimmer · 2000
55 min · 18 tracks · video game music · film score
Epic orchestral swells intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking the grandeur and tragedy of ancient Rome.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic narrative progression throughout
- epic swells for emotional moments
- haunting melodies for reflection
- immersive listening for cinematic experience
- powerful crescendos that evoke grandeur
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- dislike orchestral soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Themes
- ancient Roman grandeur· freedom and sacrifice
- Career context
- By the time 'Gladiator' was released in 2000, Hans Zimmer had already established himself as a leading composer in film music, well-known for scores like 'The Lion King'. This album marked a significant moment in his career, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with innovative sound design, further solidifying his reputation as a cinematic storyteller.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Duduk of the North 5:33
- 2 Now We Are Free (Juba’s mix) 4:47
- 3 The Protector of Rome 1:25
- 4 Homecoming 3:35
- 5 The General Who Became a Slave 3:03
- 6 The Slave Who Became a Gladiator 6:11
- 7 Secrets 1:59
- 8 Rome Is the Light 2:43
- 9 All That Remains 0:54
- 10 Maximus 1:09
- 11 Marrakesh Marketplace 0:42
- 12 The Gladiator Waltz 8:25
- 13 Figurines 1:01
- 14 The Mob 2:22
- 15 Busy Little Bee 3:47
- 16 Death Smiles at Us All 2:29
- 17 Not Yet 1:32
- 18 Now We Are Free (Maximus mix) 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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