Liberty is something you beg for from your merciful government.

"Please sir, can I have some more?"
"Nooo!" says the state as it whips its thralls in their gray little lives.

You don't have it, you won't get it - freedom is an illusion: you have the choice between American Gladiators and Fox News, that's your freedom. Rebellion is quelled, free thought is stifled. Lives snuffed out in the interest of order. You are a slave to the system you are in, just as your parents were and as your children will be. High ideals are only talked about, never executed. They call them libertarianism, socialism, capitalism in the end it's always a big gray mass that ends up doing nothing but maintaining the status quo. The system rules, and the system wants to keep its power. We choose to be slaves to this, we are only slaves of our own will. Humans or ants, does not make much of a difference, just scale.

And it will never change.

better then our britney... not bad miniskirts on the gladiators either.

i dont think she plays da drums =\

>> ^Creature:
Yeesh, why do I suspect that these dogs are being bred and sold for dog fighting?


It's possible they're also being bred and sold to be guard dogs.

Roman Empire fell asleep when it got spoiled.
British Empire fell asleep when it got spoiled.
American Empire fell asleep in front of American Gladiators.

Your video, The Gladiator spider casts a net to catch its prey, has made it into your personal Highest Rated Videos listing. Congratulations on a job well done. For you contribution you have been awarded 1 Power Point.

The truth is out there. It's not really hidden. The American public just don't give a damn and would rather watch American Gladiator Idol and the newest developments in the train wreck saga that is Britney Spears life.

Great job, BillO. Two things accomplished. Hilarious story relayed, and pissy love bunnies got all butt hurt.

I was horrified reading your story though. You say were were in the sporting goods section of the store and you didn't walk over and get a tennis racket or something from the camping aisle? That would have been more awesome gladiator battle.

Also, did you take a picture of the girl with your cellphone camera. That is always hilarious.

They should make them use hula hoops on the new American Gladiators.
on all the events.
and change the host from Hulk Hogan to Tim Robbins.
(you know, for kids)

The sad part about all of this is, American Retail consumerism NEEDS the stampede to remain sustainable. In other words, it NEEDS the hype, needs the mindless consumers to sleep outside the doors for days, to generate desire sufficient to keep the economy rolling..

My guess is WalMart will not be held liable for this, as, for all intents and purposes, this is the "price of capitalism."

Now if they installed an American Gladiator-type of obstacle course at the front entrance, that'd be a different story.

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Who sings this Gladiator theme song?

Well, according to Phoenix's publicist, it's true:


NEW YORK - Joaquin Phoenix is quitting movies to focus on music.

Phoenix's publicist has confirmed his earlier comments to TV's "Extra" that the upcoming "Two Lovers" will be his last performance on film.

Phoenix first talked about his decision to "Extra" this week while attending a fundraiser in San Francisco.

He abruptly ended the interview after the reporter asked if he was joking.

The 34-year-old star received Oscar nominations for his roles in "Gladiator" and "Walk the Line," for which he learned to play guitar to portray country legend Johnny Cash.

Phoenix co-stars with Gwyneth Paltrow in the romantic drama "Two Lovers," slated for release Feb. 13.

Publicist Susan Patricola says it's "not strange" that Phoenix wants "Two Lovers" to be his last film.

"Joaquin has been directing music videos and been involved in music for the last number of years," she said.

I for one welcome our new Gladiator Spider Overlords.

>> ^Majortomyorke:
The skill and precision shown here, including measuring the distance from the ground seem like actions only capable of a higher functioning brain. Beautiful and fascinating.


Also, euueugueueueugh.

>> ^Majortomyorke:
The skill and precision shown here, including measuring the distance from the ground seem like actions only capable of a higher functioning brain. Beautiful and fascinating.


Or something diven by 100% instinct