Ridley Scott’s upcoming “Gladiator II” film has already drawn criticism — despite having yet to be released. Dr. Shadi Bartsch, a leading historian and classics professor at the University of Chicago, told The Hollywood Reporter that the film’s idea is “total Hollywood bulls–t.” Written by David Scarpa, the sequel to the Russell Crowe-led 2000 historical epic showcases … Read more
Paul Mescal was ready to enter the arena on his own terms. The “Gladiator II” star revealed that while getting into peak physical condition for the upcoming film, there were two things he refused to give up. “I was working with a trainer who circled me like a shark and said, ‘There is a canvas to … Read more
The trailer for Ridley Scott’s highly-anticipated sequel “Gladiator II” dropped on Tuesday, setting the stage for the return to Ancient Rome. Written by David Scarpa, the first look showcases the world 20-plus years after the events of the Russell Crowe-led 2000 historical epic. Paul Mescal as Lucius and Pedro Pascal as General Marcus Acacius in … Read more
Paul Mescal may be a Hollywood A-lister with a feverish fanbase, but the actor is not ready for the uber fame that will surely come his way now that he is starring in “Gladiator 2.” The Oscar-nominated actor rose to fame with roles in “Normal People,” “Aftersun,” “All of Us Strangers” and “Foe,” but his star will indeed … Read more
He’s got an epic body. The co-head of Paramount’s motion picture group revealed Wednesday that they cast Irish heartthrob Paul Mescal in “Gladiator 2” after seeing his bare torso. The “Normal People” actor showed the goods in the West End revival of Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire.” “He played Stanley, and there are several … Read more
Touchdown, slumber party. There’s a new romance on the rise between Capricorn super fox Irina Shayk, 37, and pig skin king and full blown Leo, ladies and gentlemen, Tom Brady, 45. The recently retired, freshly divorced seven-time Super Bowl champion was seen picking up the supermodel from the Hotel Bel-Air (problematically owned by the Sultan … Read more
Are you not entertained, Russell? Russell Crowe has revealed why he’s “jealous” that he won’t be stepping back into the arena for Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” sequel. The 59-year-old actor — who shot to global fame playing Maximus Decimus Meridius in the original film — made the revelation while promoting his upcoming horror movie “The Pope’s Exorcist” … Read more