We all know what has happened in Pompeii so many centuries ago, mount Vesuvius exploded and buried the whole city and its inhabitants in molten lava and ashes. The movie Pompeii tells a tale of a slave named Milo. Roman senator Corvus slaughters a tribe of Celtic people and only one boy survives, his name is Milo. He is captured and sold as a slave, seventeen years later Milo becomes an invincible gladiator. No one can beat him, he is strong and cunning and knows no fear. Milo is brought in to Pompeii to participate in the gladiator games held in an arena. During his trip to Pompeii he crosses paths with a noble named Cassia. She is immediately fascinated by Milo but fate has something else in store for her. She later learns from her parents that she is to marry a corrupt senator. While the gladiator games are held, mount Vesuvius explodes raining death and destruction. Milo and his friend escape but Milo wants to save Cassia amidst the chaos. Even tho Pompeii is an action movie, it has plenty of elements of drama and romance. Sets are amazing, they really bring ancient Rome back to life and the 3D effects are awesome! The moment when Vesuvius explodes is stunningly beautiful in all of its deadly glory. Those who don't want to think too much and enjoy an action adventure should definitely check Pompeii out.