Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II arrives 24 years after the original, starring Paul Mescal as Lucius, son of Maximus. While boasting impressive visuals and a stellar performance by Denzel Washington, the film falls short of its predecessor’s legendary status, grappling with a weaker protagonist and questionable CGI choices.
Josh Brolin recently recounted a tense on-set encounter with Denzel Washington during the filming of ‘American Gangster,’ revealing a near-physical altercation stemming from a line-rehearsal disagreement. Despite the initial conflict, Brolin emphasizes their amicable relationship today.
The highly anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning ‘Gladiator’ (2000), ‘Gladiator 2’, has drawn rave reviews from stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Connie Nielsen at a recent screening event. The film, set in the Roman Empire, follows the story of Lucius (Paul Mescal), who fights for his freedom against a tyrannical ruler in the Colosseum.
In a surprising announcement on Australia’s Today Show, Denzel Washington revealed his involvement in ‘Black Panther 3’. While Marvel Studios hasn’t officially confirmed the news, the actor shared that director Ryan Coogler is crafting a special role for him. The news has sparked immense excitement, but details about Washington’s character remain shrouded in mystery. This marks Washington’s first foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, potentially leading him to a third Oscar win.
American Gangster is a captivating crime drama that tells the true story of Frank Lucas, a drug lord who smuggled heroin into the United States in the 1970s. The film follows Lucas’s rise to power and his eventual downfall at the hands of a determined detective. Directed by Ridley Scott and featuring an all-star cast, American Gangster is a must-watch for fans of gangster movies.
Based on the 1980 novel, screenwriter Brian Helgeland reflects on the controversial alternate ending to ‘Man on Fire’ that was cut by the studio.
