The long-awaited sequel to “Gladiator” (2000) is about to debut on the big screen. Starring Paul Mescal , Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington, the title hits Brazilian cinemas on Thursday, the day November 14th .
In addition to the strong trio in the cast, the production features the return of Connie Nelsen as Lucilla and Derek Jacobi as Senator Gracchus. The two are the only actors who are in the first and second film.
The protagonists of the original film, Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix appear only in flashbacks. It is worth remembering that the characters of both stars die at the end of “Gladiator” (2000).
What is the story of “Gladiator 2”?
The new plot centers on Lucius, son of Lucilla and nephew of Commodus, who was inspired by Maximus. In the first film, the character is a child, played by Spencer Treat Clark. Now, Paul Mescal (“Normal People” and “Aftersun”) brings the protagonist.
When he was still young, Lucilla sent him to a region called Numidia, on the north coast of Africa. Older, he He lives life as a barbarian until the conquerors of his homeland invade his new home, under the leadership of a Roman general. He becomes a prisoner of war and is bought by a mercenary, being forced to fight in the Colosseum and become a gladiator.
Watch the trailer for “Gladiator 2”:
This content was originally published in “Gladiator 2”: which characters from the first film appear in the sequel? on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
I’m Robert Neff, a professional writer and editor. I specialize in the entertainment section, providing up-to-date coverage on the latest developments in film, television and music. My work has been featured on World Stock Market and other prominent publications.
