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"Gladiator II" and the missed opportunity of history far more riveting than Ridley Scott's fiction
2 weeks, 4 days ago

"Gladiator II" and the missed opportunity of history far more riveting than Ridley Scott's fiction

Salon  

About two hours into "Gladiator II," Hanno steps up to deliver a speech that might finally tell us why we should care about anyone or anything in Ridley Scott's newest sharks-and-sandals potboiler. Fred Hechinger plays Emperor Caracalla in "Gladiator II" Ironically enough, the real-life Caracalla, described as a soldier's emperor who bore all the hardships of an enlisted legionary, might …

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The elusive history of the gladiatrix and why you don't see her in "Gladiator II"
4 weeks, 1 day ago

The elusive history of the gladiatrix and why you don't see her in "Gladiator II"

Salon  

Save for a few wisps of time-worn text and a bit of sharp-edged stone, little is left on this earth that tells the gladiatrix’s story. One of “Gladiator’s” iconic lines — “we mortals are but shadows and dust” — rings especially true for the gladiatrix. In her semi-nude state, the gladiatrix rarely fought in the sweaty, sun-soaked Colosseum depicted in …

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‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ jolt the box office with a combined $170 million
1 month ago

‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ jolt the box office with a combined $170 million

LA Times  

Ariana Grande, left, and Cynthia Erivo in Universal Pictures’ “Wicked”; Pedro Pascal, left, and Paul Mescal in Paramount Pictures’ “Gladiator II.” Universal Pictures’ “Wicked” needed no lessons in how to be popular at the domestic box office this weekend, opening at No. In second place this weekend was Paramount Pictures’ “Gladiator II,” which launched at $55.5 million in the United …

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Gladiator 2: Is this movie accurate history? No. But it’s good history.
1 month ago

Gladiator 2: Is this movie accurate history? No. But it’s good history.

Slate  

Let’s get this out of the way immediately: No, the Romans never introduced sharks to the Colosseum. Without giving away too much of the plot of Ridley Scott’s new epic Gladiator II, the sequel to the beloved first installment that made Russell Crowe an icon back in the year 2000, one long action sequence does indeed revolve around flooding the …

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Did ships really battle in the Colosseum? The bizarre true stories that inspired Gladiator II
1 month ago

Did ships really battle in the Colosseum? The bizarre true stories that inspired Gladiator II

BBC  

Did ships really battle in the Colosseum? The bizarre true stories that inspired Gladiator II Aidan Monaghan Ridley Scott's epic sequel starring Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington has been widely criticised for its historical inaccuracies. Aidan Monaghan While it's believed that rhinoceroses were shown off to Romans in the Colosseum, they wouldn't have gone up against gladiators When Emperor Titus …

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Gladiator 2 is bad, but there’s one good reason to see it.
1 month ago

Gladiator 2 is bad, but there’s one good reason to see it.

Slate  

Devising a logical sequel to the Oscar-winning 2000 blockbuster Gladiator was not a self-evident task, given that the hero of the original, Russell Crowe’s Maximus Decimus Meridius, does not survive the movie. Scott has always known how to direct a rousing grand-scale action sequence, but the advance of CGI has made those elaborate spectacles both less plausible and harder not …

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Airbnb users to play gladiators in Rome's Colosseum, sparking mixed reactions over $1.5 million deal
1 month, 1 week ago

Airbnb users to play gladiators in Rome's Colosseum, sparking mixed reactions over $1.5 million deal

Hindustan Times  

ROME — The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb that aims to promote “a more conscious tourism.” Staged gladiator fights will occur at the Colosseum, thanks to a $1.5 million deal with Airbnb. Under the deal announced …

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Rome’s Colosseum to host Airbnb faux gladiator fights in $1.5-million deal
1 month, 1 week ago

Rome’s Colosseum to host Airbnb faux gladiator fights in $1.5-million deal

LA Times  

Eight Airbnb users and their plus-ones will participate in faux gladiator fights at the ancient Roman Colosseum under a sponsorship deal. The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5-million sponsorship deal with Airbnb that aims to promote “a more conscious tourism.” But some …

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A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome’s Colosseum
1 month, 1 week ago

A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome’s Colosseum

Associated Press  

ROME — The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb that aims to promote “a more conscious tourism.” But some visitors to the monument Thursday, as well as housing activists, were skeptical about the value of the arrangement, …

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Kanguva to The Sabarmati Report, theatrical releases of the week
1 month, 1 week ago

Kanguva to The Sabarmati Report, theatrical releases of the week

India TV News  

Theatrical releases of this week promise touching re-releases, mind-blowing action, captivating drama, and epic storytelling. Additionally, to enjoy the wonder and charm of Bollywood's Badshaah re-releases like Kal Ho Na Ho, Pardes, and Veer Zaara during Shah Rukh Khan's birthday month will also be available in theatres. Driven by a strong sense of justice and impacted by Ridhi Dogra's realistic …

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This fall, Hollywood tries to balance box office with the ballot box
3 months, 3 weeks ago

This fall, Hollywood tries to balance box office with the ballot box

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Three weeks after the U.S. presidential election in November, Ridley Scott will present his latest big-screen opus. Disney chief Robert A. Iger last year signaled the need “to entertain first,” adding “it’s not about messages.” This past summer, Disney led Hollywood out of a box-office slump with a pair of billion-earners in “Inside Out 2” and “Deadpool …

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Where are the original Gladiators 90s stars now? As show legend Falcon passes away aged 59
1 year, 8 months ago

Where are the original Gladiators 90s stars now? As show legend Falcon passes away aged 59

Daily Mail  

Iconic TV show Gladiators is set to make a grand return to screens this year with a BBC reboot, 30 years after it first aired. Sad news: Gladiators legend Falcon - real name Bernadette Hunt - has died aged 59 after being diagnosed with cancer Iconic: The original series was watched by over 14 million viewers and was hosted by …

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Gladiators' 'Lightning' tries on outfits from show 30 YEARS later
2 years, 4 months ago

Gladiators' 'Lightning' tries on outfits from show 30 YEARS later

Daily Mail  

Gladiators' 'Lightning' gave fans a blast from the past as she tried on outfits she wore on the show 30 years ago - and they still fit like a glove. Reunion: Kim appeared on This Morning on Tuesday alongside fellow former Gladiators James Crossley, aka 'Hunter' and Mike Lewis, aka 'Saracen' Outfit: Kim looked sensational in a black sleeveless top …

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Ryder Cup captain Stenson seeks out gladiator spirit in Rome
2 years, 6 months ago

Ryder Cup captain Stenson seeks out gladiator spirit in Rome

Associated Press  

GUIDONIA MONTECELIO, Italy — Europe’s Ryder Cup team usually relies on teamwork and unity to challenge the powerhouse American squad. “It’s going to be great viewing points for the spectators.” Stenson said he and his team are trying to tweak the course in favor of the European player’s strengths. When I started playing golf, I never thought I’d get to …

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Ridley Scott: ‘Cinemas should not be allowed to go away’
3 years, 2 months ago

Ridley Scott: ‘Cinemas should not be allowed to go away’

The Independent  

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Rise and fall of the Gladiators: Where are they now?
3 years, 8 months ago

Rise and fall of the Gladiators: Where are they now?

Daily Mail  

This week there has been reports of ex-Gladiators star Shadow's drugs and blackmail charges, while host Ulrika Jonsson gave an insight into the 'bed-hopping and boozing' antics of the impossibly attractive cast. Panther: Helen O'Reilly Helping others: Helen now has her own gym in Uxbridge, London, where she preps other girls and travels all across the globe judging bikini girls …

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