Gladiator II

“Prepare to be entertained.”

6.6

2024

2h 28m

ActionAdventureDrama

Director: Ridley Scott

Overview

Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius 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.

Trailer

Final Trailer Official

Cast

Lucius

Paul Mescal

Lucius

Macrinus

Denzel Washington

Macrinus

General Acacius

Pedro Pascal

General Acacius

Lucilla

Connie Nielsen

Lucilla

Emperor Geta

Joseph Quinn

Emperor Geta

Emperor Caracalla

Fred Hechinger

Emperor Caracalla

Viggo

Lior Raz

Viggo

Gracchus

Derek Jacobi

Gracchus

Jugurtha

Peter Mensah

Jugurtha

Master of Ceremonies

Matt Lucas

Master of Ceremonies

Ravi

Alexander Karim

Ravi

Arishat

Yuval Gonen

Arishat

Reviews

Manuel São Bento

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://talkingfilms.net/gladiator-ii-review-a-legacy-sequel-that-triumphs-through-spectacle-and-emotion/ "Gladiator II may not achieve the groundbreaking impact of the original film, but it remains an impressive cinematic experience, transporting audiences into an epic filled with emotional and visual grandeur. Ridley Scott once again showcases his mastery in blending narrative, action, and thematic depth, delivering a sequel marked by superb technical execution and standout performances, particularly from Denzel Washington. Despite the inevitable comparisons to the classic, the iconic filmmaker presents a story that justifies its existence, even if it treads familiar ground. Necessary or not, what truly matters is the strength (and honor) with which a work captivates us - and here, Gladiator II triumphs." Rating: A-

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Dean

Another trash Woke movie from Hollywood. There were never black (African) emperors in Roman empire... This movie is simply false propaganda.

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griggs79

_Gladiator II_, a polished echo of the original, is a testament to Ridley Scott's cinematic powers. It follows his hit-and-miss _Napoleon_ biopic last year, which was rather miss than hit. The sequel captures the original's essence while introducing elements, making it a worthy successor. Paul Mescal in the lead role - inherited from the ever-growling Russel Crowe, who was at the top of his career in the original - holds his ground against Denzel Washington, whose charisma cleaves through the screen as effortlessly as his character's sword. Ridley Scott admits he was prompted to revisit _Gladiator_ by the acclaim he received from those too young to have seen the original on the big screen. His mission to lure Gen Z away from their streaming devices may help to save cinema, ushering in a new era of appreciation for the big screen. But for the love of Jupiter, I hope they quickly learn that it isn't just a big iPad with comfy chairs. No pausing, swiping, mid-film selfies, dashes to the bar, or running commentary required. Screen four at your local cinema isn't the Colosseum but a place where the magic of film of this scale truly comes alive, offering a unique and immersive experience that can't be replicated at home.

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