Joaquin Phoenix’s first Academy Award nomination was for the role of Emperor Commodus in the first Gladiator film. The role went down in history as one of the best movie villains of that decade. So to walk in the footsteps of the legacy of such a performance and a character would have been a challenge for any actor.
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There are very few films in cinematic history — especially from the ‘00s — that many would consider perfect. But 24 years ago, Ridley Scott’s Gladiator became a monumental box office success, an Oscar Winner for Best Picture, and is now considered to be one of the best films of its decade. So I was insanely skeptical about Gladiator II.
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How do you capture the spirit of ancient Rome? Through gorgeously composed music, of course! This was something Hans Zimmer knew very well putting together the original score for Gladiator back in 2000. Now, following in the footsteps of Zimmer comes composer Harry Gregson-Williams.
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Just in time for Halloween, Salem’s Lot, the uber creepy adaptation of Stephen King’s classic novel, has just recently hit Max. Director Gary Dauberman has done a solid job making a fun and scary remake, and part of the reason why is the triumphant performances from its ensemble; particularly breakout star Jordan Preston Carter!
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Spooky season is officially upon us, folks! And we know that because all the creepy kooky movies are starting to emerge like vampires from their coffins! And that analogy couldn’t be more apt because Gary Dauberman’s reimagining of the classic Stephen King story, Salem’s Lot will be hitting Max tomorrow! So, yeah… nailed it!
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The Colosseum awaits! Ridley Scott is returning to the world of ancient Rome this Thanksgiving, and we have a front row seat to the most epic battle of the century, in Gladiator II!
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The gods have spoken! Ridley Scott is revisiting the Colosseum and bringing us a sequel to his beloved Best Picture-winning magnum opus, Gladiator. And today we got a first look at the first trailer for Gladiator II!
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2000 was a terrific year for movies! The first X-Men came out, as did Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and one of the best movies of its decade, Ridley Scott’s Gladiator. Well now, 24 years later, we’re seeing the saga continue with Gladiator II!
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