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Get ready to dive deep into the epic world of ancient Rome with an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Ridley Scott's highly anticipated Gladiator II. This time, the iconic filmmaker teams up with a star-studded cast that promises to deliver a cinematic spectacle for the ages. Join Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and the legendary Denzel Washington as they step into the sandals of warriors and leaders, bringing the brutal and majestic world of gladiatorial combat to life. From the intense fight choreography to the meticulously designed sets that transport you back to the grandeur of Rome, this behind-the-scenes journey reveals the grit, passion, and artistry that went into crafting this monumental sequel. Discover how the actors trained to embody their characters' strength, both physically and emotionally, and hear firsthand how Scott’s vision is reshaping the legacy of the original Gladiator. This insider access promises a thrilling glimpse into the making of a film that will undoubtedly become a modern classic.

Gladiator II Cast:

Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger

Gladiator II will hit theaters everywhere November 22, 2024!
Transcript
00:00It's been 25 years since Gladiator 1.
00:09It's an assignment coming back to the Roman Empire.
00:13The first Gladiator had a huge impact across the world.
00:16How does it feel?
00:18Epic.
00:19It's not lost on me what we as a cast of actors and Ridley are stepping into.
00:25So cameras, action!
00:28The story they came up with, it was brilliant.
00:31It speaks to a deep human experience.
00:34Where you are, I am too.
00:36At the start of the film, Rome has been through 20 years of upheaval
00:41with the madness of power-hungry people who can buy the throne.
00:46There are victories yet still to come.
00:48Rome has so many subjects, she must feed them.
00:51They can eat war!
00:54The whole story is based on who, as a child, was sent away to protect him.
00:59Never let them find you.
01:03We see him dragged back into Rome, a prisoner.
01:06Whose head could I give you that would satisfy this fury?
01:10The entire Roman army.
01:13Everything that goes into creating this world is incomparable.
01:18This is the biggest film I've been on.
01:21It's huge.
01:22People need to mill on steroids.
01:24This is about survival!
01:27Survive!
01:28All the things that you see in the film,
01:30flooding the Colosseum, wild animals,
01:33it's recorded that all of these things happen.
01:37This is real.
01:38There's nothing like having the real thing.
01:44Everywhere you turn, there's thousands of soldiers in beautiful costumes.
01:48To walk out in that arena for the second time was pretty amazing.
01:53Pull!
01:54It's grand in scope with sophisticated characters and storytelling.
01:59It's all the things that fill in the word epic.
02:08Strength and honor!
02:09Strength and honor!

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