Ridley Scott describes Paul Mescal as “a very sound, solid, sympathetic actor” and praises his performance in “Gladiator II,” in cinemas this week

Gladiator II casting director Kate Rhodes James says that working with Ridley Scott on the film was a unique and rewarding experience. “He trusts the process that a casting director goes through. I make sure that I am thorough in my research and knowledge of an actor before presenting them. If Ridley likes their look for the role, he will then meet them for a chat and go by instinct, which serves him well!”

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/c0kJwlah7A8 

Building Rome: Ridley Scott and his fellow filmmakers talk about recreating ancient Rome once again in “Gladiator II,” in cinemas December 4

Gladiator II is the most ambitious collaboration director Ridley Scott has done with production designer Arthur Max. The acclaimed filmmaker has often turned to Max to help build his creative vision. This is the 16th project Scott and Max have worked on together, a list that includes Gladiator, American Gangster, The Martian and Napoleon. 

“Everything is much bigger and more elaborate than anything we’ve done before,” says Max, who oversaw the design and build of ancient Rome for the movie. “It’s Gladiator on steroids. Ridley’s approach to making a film is always immersive. He’s involved in every phase, every department. It can be a challenge working with him, because he expects so much. And I love a challenge.”

Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington have gotten early Oscar buzz for their performances in Gladiator II.

Gladiator II screenwriter David Scarpa says he found plenty of creative opportunities in picking up the story for the sequel so many years after the original – in which most of the lead characters have passed. 

“We started by placing our main character, Lucius [Paul Mescal], in a situation that is diametrically opposed to Maximus’ [Russell Crowe] story,” says Scarpa. “Maximus started as a leader in the Roman military who is facing off with an army of barbarians. Lucius is a barbarian defending his home from the invading Romans. Maximus was loyal to the emperor. Lucius hates Rome and everything to do with it. And yet both end up forced to kill or be killed for the amusement of the mob.”

Watch Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Joseph Quinn talk about Gladiator II in this roundtable interview: https://youtu.be/504X_zXULVs?si=FzJhx_j4hhgyGrQU

“Great ideas and human drama take time to craft. Hopefully the results speak for themselves.” Filmmakers talk about making the long-awaited sequel “Gladiator II,” in cinemas December 4

Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal have a bloody battle in Gladiator II.

Gladiator II has been under discussion since the first film’s initial success when it was released in 2000, according to director Ridley Scott. “The popularity of Gladiator just kept growing,” he explains. “The film stayed in the public’s mind. I knew we should consider a sequel, but it took years to figure out what the story was going to be.”

Producer Michael Pruss, who has been collaborating with Scott for more than a decade, adds: “The world of the Roman Empire and the unforgettable characters of Gladiator were so brilliantly crafted. Recreating that on an even grander scale [for the sequel] was a necessity. We wanted that same powerful motivation for revenge but something that was also fresh and modern and unique. It took longer than anybody anticipated, but great ideas and human drama take time to craft. Hopefully the results here speak for themselves.”

“Everywhere you turn, you feel like you’re in that world… I love that,” says Denzel Washington about stepping into the Colosseum in “Gladiator II,” in cinemas December 4

Paul Mescal, who plays Lucius in Gladiator II, says that working on the sequel is one of the standout moments in his life.

Time to return to the Colosseum. Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington talk about their excitement about being part of Gladiator II, the highly anticipated sequel to 2000’s Gladiator, in newly released featurettes.  

“Gladiator II” first reactions praise the sequel as a “masterpiece” “epic Roman opera”, a “total action spectacle”

Early reactions to Gladiator II say that Paul Mescal, who was nominated for an Oscar for his performance in 2022’s Aftersun, just might earn his second Best Actor Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Lucius Verus. 

Prepare to be entertained. 

The first reactions from an early screening in Los Angeles for Gladiator II are out, and they are overwhelmingly positive and full of excitement, with Oscar predictions for director Ridley Scott, Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington. 

Strength and honor. Check out the new posters for “Gladiator II,” in cinemas December 4

Prepare for the roar of the crowd. Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, and starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, Derek Jacobi, with Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington, opens only in cinemas December 4. 

Gladiator II is the epic sequel to 2000’s Gladiator, which won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Russell Crowe. 

Check out the new posters for the film below: 

From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people

Don’t avert your eyes. Watch the new trailer for “Gladiator II,” starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington and more, in cinemas soon

The arena is calling. Gladiator II, sequel to the Academy Award-winning (including for Best Picture) Gladiator, is coming to cinemas soon. Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, Derek Jacobi, with Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington. Watch the new trailer and check out the new poster: 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/c0kJwlah7A8

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From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Check out the character posters, featuring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington and more, for “Gladiator II,” only in cinemas November 20

Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger star in director Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, only in cinemas November 20.

Paul Mescal as Lucius in #GladiatorII

Gladiator II opens in PH cinemas Nov 20. Watch the trailer, out now

From director Ridley Scott, watch the new official trailer for Gladiator II, starring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger – only in cinemas November 20.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/aE3ktl1CNNY

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