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Step into the shadows of ancient Rome with this exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette, Meet Macrinus, from Gladiator II. In this captivating glimpse, witness the legendary Denzel Washington embody Macrinus, a character of unparalleled complexity and cunning. As the puppet master pulling the strings of power, Macrinus commands the stage with an aura of dominance, weaving schemes that shape the empire's fate. Through interviews and on-set footage, discover how Washington breathes life into this master manipulator, channeling his iconic gravitas into a role that will leave audiences mesmerized. Prepare to uncover the man behind the machinations in this thrilling preview of a performance destined to be as monumental as the Colosseum itself.

Gladiator II Cast:

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

Gladiator II is now playing in theaters everywhere!
Transcript
00:00This is what they believe, power.
00:08Macrinus was an ex-slave who did quite well taking and intimidating.
00:13He's a billionaire and instead of having a stable of resources, he's got a stable of
00:17blood issues.
00:18Violence is the universal language.
00:21He takes advantage of every situation.
00:24He will be my instrument.
00:26He's the puppet master.
00:27He wants to dominate and to manipulate.
00:31Let the gods decide his fate.
00:33Let the gods decide.
00:35The power behind the throne is kept by any means necessary.

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