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In ‘Gladiator II,’ Denzel Washington again blurs the line between hero and villain
The Oscar winner always been at his best when he’s playing characters who wrestle with moral questions and personal shortcomings.
Gladiator 2 Director Compares Denzel Washington’s Macrinus to Donald Trump
Renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott recently shed light on Denzel Washington’s character, Macrinus, in Gladiator 2, by methodically comparing him to Donald Trump. Macrinus, who draws inspiration from a real historical personality,
Denzel Washington’s Gladiator II Character Is A Lot Like Trump, Ridley Scott Says
Denzel Washington's character Macrinus in Gladiator II is "very close to Trump", according to director Ridley Scott.
How ‘Gladiator 2’ Sneakily Turns Denzel Washington Into an Oscar-Worthy Villain With Clip-On Earrings, 15 Silk Tunics and More
In a world of political backstabbing, power and ambition, Denzel Washington’s Macrinus enters the arena in Ridley Scott ’s “ Gladiator II” with troops and guards under a canopy. He reeks of wealth and oozes power. The role has been a favorite of fans and critics, and Washington is earning some serious Oscar buzz.
Hollywood Legend Says 'Clever Gangster' Trump Was Inspiration for Denzel Washington's 'Gladiator II' Character
Love him or hate him, people can't seem to stop talking -- and thinking -- about President-elect Donald Trump. He elicited a wide range of reactions when he decisively won the 2024 election on Nov. 5.
What Happened To Denzel Washington's Macrinus In Real Life & How Gladiator 2 Compares
Denzel Washington's villainous yet charismatic character Macrinus is based on a real historical figure, although there are several key differences.
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Gladiator 2's Denzel Washington Reflects On Historical Inaccuracy Of His Character Macrinus: "There Were No Black People In Rome"
Gladiator 2 standout Denzel Washington reacts to people pointing out that the character he plays, Macrinus, wasn't actually ...
I Just Saw Gladiator II, And I Have Some Thoughts About The Ending Compared To The Original
If you were not entertained by Gladiator II or at least have not been entertained yet by Gladiator II, please pop out of this ...
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Fight On
I didn’t have the highest hopes for Ridley Scott’s sequel to Gladiator. Granted, I enjoyed his 2000 Roman epic, but his ...
Gladiator II's Greatest Sin Is That It Focuses on the Wrong Character
Gladiator II is a decent sequel that could have been great if it had only focused on a different protagonist. Here's why ...
‘Gladiator II’ Ending Explained
Macrinus (Denzel Washington) makes his power move by exploiting Emperor Caracalla (Fred Hechinger)’s resentment against his ...
‘Gladiator II’ ending: Who lives, who dies and where's Maximus?
Very few people are left standing by the end of “Gladiator II.” But who emerges victorious in the Roman Colosseum? Keep ...
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‘Gladiator II’ will not echo in eternity
In its context, “Gladiator II” takes place 16 years after the demise of Marcus Aurelius in an era where corrupt twin brothers ...
In ‘Gladiator II,’ Ridley Scott Sifts Through the Past to See Our Future
"The filmmaker stares down the world as it rolls forward, a chariot holding all we could be," writes Richard Newby in an essay on the epic sequel.
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Gladiator 2: Macrinus’ Plan Fully Explained
Macrinus is one of the most interesting characters in Gladiator 2, and his plan to become Emperor is the driving force behind ...