I think you might be right. Shall we send him a bouquet?
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Goodies: Gladiator - Part III
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Posts: 5711 (12/27/2008 01:58 PM) Alias MsMAC |
I think you might be right. Shall we send him a bouquet?
What is dangerous about extremists is not that they are extreme, but that they are intolerant. The evil is not in what they say about their causes, but what they say about their opponents. ----Robert F. Kennedy |
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Posts: 4307 (12/27/2008 03:32 PM) Crowe Crossing Member |
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Posts: 3026 (12/27/2008 09:13 PM) still smiling |
how that 'not very good' picture is still many people's favorite
Glad was on TV again tonight (as this poor, 'bad' movie often is) and there was Maximus kissing Lucilla - *sigh* - he was so beautiful and the film embodies all the best of a drama - but we all know that, right? 
nice to remember the reason for "OUR" season :) Once, always, Russell Crowe "beauty...delight...passion" no contemporary actor is better at conveying an uncluttered personal integrity and nobility of spirit. "a very honest performer with a physical charisma and set of technical skills that make him one of the best actors of his generation" |
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Posts: 3709 (01/01/2009 05:59 PM) Cort's Cat |
I was in my bathroom last night when I heard through the wall a distinctive set of chords. (I can often hear my neighbour's tv/music via my bathtub.) A
bit more careful listening and...yes.....
"You knew Marcus Aurelius?!" "I did not say I knew him...." My neighbour was seeing out the old year with Gladiator. I found myself lingering in my bathroom far longer than normal. (Those here who've roomed with me know that's very long indeed!). Finally, after replaying the sword toss and twirling of the Fluffy White in my head as the music wafted from my tub, I gave in. I cued up my dvd (theatrical version) to "I am vexed...." and watched Gladiator for the 37 1/2th time (not counting the uncounted scene studies I did for Lucilla's Diary). The old year passed away quite literally as Maximus did upon the Colosseum sands. And my heart clenched as it always does. It was one of the best turnings of the year I've had in...years. And a powerful reminder of why almost 9 years ago I braved the undiscovered realms of the internet and discovered an actor who literally changed my life. Thank you, Maximus. Thank you, Russell. Thank you - and Happy New Year - my fellow RCroweholics!
CortsVelvet
Catherine, Thane of Thighs; Knight of Knees; Baroness of Biceps; Shahrina of Shoulders; Suzeraine of the Sweetest Smile Ever Seen; Bantiarna of the Byronian Waves; Princess of the Pensive Pause; Champion of the Chained Champion; Lady Honourable Philtrette; member of the K&R Gang, Peeled Kiwi Union, the Fallow-ship of Crowe: Biebe's Babes Posse, and CHERISH - Cuddle His Every Russelly Inch Special Helpers; co-founder of the Crazed for Cort Corterie; Cortesan to the Cowboys (Cort), aka one of the Three Amigas; Siren of the Seafarer, and blissful member of ISHITFAIL. If we stay together, we survive. |
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Posts: 3472 (01/01/2009 07:55 PM) Riding Mistress
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The old year passed away quite literally as Maximus did upon the Colosseum sands. And my heart clenched as it always does. Beautifully put, Cat ...and a Happy New Year to you, too !
"Man, if you've gotta ask, you'll never know "
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Posts: 3652 (01/01/2009 08:17 PM) Pic Slut |
I so agree, Cat. I also agree with Oliver Bundy on his blog and it's quite timely given the comments here.
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Posts: 2190 (01/01/2009 08:36 PM) Queen of Pits |
CatherineYVR wrote:mmm...hmm... CatherineYVR wrote: Well said Roomie. I was in Italy also but not quite as long ago. I was reading about Brunelleschi building his beautiful dome atop Santa Maria del Flore in Florence. I think perhaps your company was better than mine. By the bye, check your email. The moose has landed. 
Best Line: Maximus: "Brothers, what we do in life... echoes in eternity" Thanks for finding that Cindy. It's something I live by... and my license plate frame shows it to all. What we do in life... echoes in eternity.
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Posts: 4315 (01/02/2009 01:03 PM) Crowe Crossing Member |
It was one of the best turnings of the year I've had in...years. And a powerful reminder of why almost 9 years ago I braved the undiscovered realms of the internet and discovered an actor who literally changed my life.I too brought in the new year with Maximus. Never have I stuck it out with any actor as long as I have with Russell and I'm still always anxious for his next movie to arrive. Bottom Line: Gladiator might seem to be only a high-tech update to those sword-and-sandal epics from the '50s and '60s and Ridley Scott elevates the material to be stirring, emotionally rich drama filled with great action and good acting. Hans Zimmer also contributes a memorable score.Amen to that brother. |
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Posts: 124 (01/02/2009 06:36 PM) A girl named Velvet
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Maximus reeled me in, hook, line, and sinker. I had never taken part in a fandom before in my life. I'd always loved movies but never cared enough about
any particular actor to follow his career or events in his life. No one ever caught my interest enough for me to do that. Then in May 2000, along came Maximus.
Talk about maximum impact! I was so intrigued that I went out and bought a computer and discovered there were these things on the internet called message
boards. Climbed on the Crowelercoaster and haven't gotten off yet. It's been a helluva ride.
His voice was as intimate as the rustle of sheets. ~Dorothy Parker |
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Posts: 3711 (01/02/2009 06:43 PM) Cort's Cat |
CortsVelvet
Catherine, Thane of Thighs; Knight of Knees; Baroness of Biceps; Shahrina of Shoulders; Suzeraine of the Sweetest Smile Ever Seen; Bantiarna of the Byronian Waves; Princess of the Pensive Pause; Champion of the Chained Champion; Lady Honourable Philtrette; member of the K&R Gang, Peeled Kiwi Union, the Fallow-ship of Crowe: Biebe's Babes Posse, and CHERISH - Cuddle His Every Russelly Inch Special Helpers; co-founder of the Crazed for Cort Corterie; Cortesan to the Cowboys (Cort), aka one of the Three Amigas; Siren of the Seafarer, and blissful member of ISHITFAIL. If we stay together, we survive. |
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Posts: 2021 (01/02/2009 09:01 PM) Lady Honourable
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i love it!
 i'll ask to have it added, giving mmmaxi her due props, of course!
l.h.b. becks you can't eat your pride or cleanse your soul of what is you -
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Posts: 806 (01/02/2009 09:16 PM) |
To go along with this thread it would be interesting if we asked "How much has being a Crowe fan cost you so far?" LOL. Of course, one can't
compare money versus all the fun and adventures we've had over the years following his acting and musical careers. And I for one would have to say it was
all so worth it!
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Posts: 24 (01/02/2009 09:36 PM) |
Maximus reeled me in, hook, line, and sinker. I had never taken part in a fandom before in my life. I'd always loved movies but never cared enough about
any particular actor to follow his career or events in his life. No one ever caught my interest enough for me to do that. Then in May 2000, along came Maximus.
Talk about maximum impact! I was so intrigued that I went out and bought a computer and discovered there were these things on the internet called message
boards. Climbed on the Crowelercoaster and haven't gotten off yet. It's been a helluva ride. |
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Posts: 3029 (01/03/2009 08:10 AM) still smiling |
ve dont need no stinkin' money!!!!!!
Let's see? Let me count the ways I spent money: Seeing all the movies (and multiple times) Buying all video versions (tape/dvds - multiple versions) Buying EVERY possible printed mention/picture/article/paper/magazine/calendar etc, etc, for close on 8 years...................... Making and keeping photos/boxes/shelves/binders/scrapbooks of all events................................................................ Traveling: Movie screenings/Premieres/Band Tours (years of US touring/France/Australia)/Oscar Parties/Rabbitohs game/meeting other fans Computer time/service and other stuff I havent remembered........... hmm....... I figure it's in the thousands - and in the high 5 figures.............................. ~~~~~ worth every penny! Once, always, Russell Crowe "beauty...delight...passion" no contemporary actor is better at conveying an uncluttered personal integrity and nobility of spirit. "a very honest performer with a physical charisma and set of technical skills that make him one of the best actors of his generation" |
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Posts: 126 (01/03/2009 11:38 AM) A girl named Velvet
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i'll ask to have it added, giving mmmaxi her due props, of course!No, wait! You can't give me credit for Crowelercoaster. I don't know
who coined it, but it's been around Croweland for ages. Russell, being human, has been through ups and downs, and so has the fandom. If I remember
correctly, someone said that being a Crowe fan was like riding a roller coaster, and the term was born.
His voice was as intimate as the rustle of sheets. ~Dorothy Parker |
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Posts: 2024 (01/03/2009 05:21 PM) Lady Honourable
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this will never do - you're too humble! i think it's new to this particular forum, so i vote for you getting credit for it.
becks you can't eat your pride or cleanse your soul of what is you -
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Posts: 4319 (01/04/2009 06:28 PM) Crowe Crossing Member |
I think it's time for some pictures of the Mighty Maximus!
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Posts: 2031 (01/04/2009 07:06 PM) Lady Honourable
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he looks better in a skirt than i do.
becks you can't eat your pride or cleanse your soul of what is you -
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Posts: 418 (01/04/2009 10:40 PM) |
LOL Becks!
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sweptaway123 |
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Posts: 4333 (01/11/2009 09:56 AM) Crowe Crossing Member |
Wow, check this out. It's a beauty. Thanks Jess for finding it.
http://katzai.deviantart.com/art/Gladiator-26190263 |
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