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'Gladiator II' is an Epic Depiction of A Dying Empire That Rings True to Today's Times - REVIEW

The blockbuster sequel to the 2000 hit 'Gladiator,' portrays what a dying empire does in desperation to preserve its power, which rings true to the world today.

Latin Times

Who were Caracalla and Geta, the cruel and unhinged Roman brother emperors depicted in Gladiator II?

Warning: this article contains mild spoilers.

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Gladiator II review: All-action Paul Mescal is the pumping heart of this stirring Roman epic

4/5 It’s thumbs up for Ridley Scott’s return to Ancient Rome a quarter of a century on

Evening Standard

Director Ridley Scott Reveals Behind-The-Scenes Drama In 'Gladiator'

Director Ridley Scott shares insights into the making of 'Gladiator' and its sequel, 'Gladiator II,' revealing casting challenges and transformative experi...

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Are you not entertained? The XVIII best films about the Romans – ranked!

With Gladiator II thrusting into cinematic arenas next month, we hand out laurels to the greatest sword-and-sandal movies of them all

The Guardian - UK

Rupert Everett reveals he asked Ridley Scott for role in Gladiator 2 but ‘nothing happened’

Actor said he received an ‘American no’

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Joaquin Phoenix Tells Us About The Time Ridley Scott Tricked Him On The Gladiator Set To Reduce The Actor's Nerves

Joaquin Phoenix came on ReelBlend to talk about Napoleon and Gladiator, and shared an amazing story about his first day on set.

Cinemablend

Napoleon review – Joaquin Phoenix makes a magnificent emperor in thrilling biopic

Ridley Scott dispenses with the symbolic weight attached to previous biopics in favour of a spectacle with a great star at its centre

The Guardian - UK

Gladiator 2: Everything We Know About The Ridley Scott Sequel

At long last, Gladiator 2 is happening. We have all the details on the upcoming sequel, including its release date, cast, and details about its story.

Cinemablend

'Gladiator 2' Theory Uses Roman History To Explain Pedro Pascal’s Mystery Role

We don’t know much about Ridley Scott’s upcoming sequel, but history could provide answers.

Inverse

A newly uncovered ancient Roman winery featured marble tiling, fountains of grape juice and an extreme sense of luxury

Recent excavations at the Villa of the Quintilii uncovered the remains of a unique winery just outside Rome.

The Conversation

Lavish ancient Roman winery found at ruins of Villa of the Quintilii near Rome

Excavation shows facility included luxurious dining rooms with views of fountains that gushed with wine

The Guardian - UK

Barry Keoghan shares gym pic of incredible body transformation alongside Jacob Elordi

The BAFTA award winner is set to co-star with Jacob Elordi in the upcoming thriller film Saltburn

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Mysterious mosaics depicting Medusa uncovered at 2nd-century Roman villa

Two Roman-era mosaics depicting the snake-haired mythological figure Medusa were unearthed at the Villa of the Antonines in Italy.

Dublin Live

Barry Keoghan in talks to join Paul Mescal in upcoming Gladiator sequel

Keoghan could get the role of the villain to Mescal's protagonist in Ridley Scott's highly anticipated Gladiator sequel

Inverse

Is Russell Crowe in 'Gladiator 2'? Casting news reveals a surprising plotline

Ridley Scott's sequel to his acclaimed 2000 epic has found its leading man, and a possible direction for how it picks up after Maximus.

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