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Sequels have often been found wanting compared to their original films. When discussing a film as iconic as Gladiator, you need a lot of courage and belief to create a sequel and do it well because it will invariably be compared to the first. Ace director Ridley Scott, though, has cracked the code as Gladiator II is receiving rave reviews from critics. The film opened with an 84% approval rating from 45 critics on Rotten Tomatoes, which makes its approval rating even higher than Gladiator, which stands at 79%. It’s still early days for the sequel, but we are ready for a masterpiece if the initial indications are anything to go by.
Stunning visuals at the forefront of the movie’s watch value
One of the things that stood out for Gladiator was its stunning visuals with intriguing plot machinations and intricately framed character arcs. Gladiator II’s promos promised a similar movie-watching experience, with the events taking place 16 years after the first film. The movie is built on a vast scale, and for a filmmaker, it is always a risky proposal, but it seems to have come off as the early reviewers are in awe of the scale at which it has been made. While its historical accuracy has come into question, the grandeur of the film and Ridley Scott’s direction have excited the film viewers as it promises to provide wholesome entertainment.
Denzel Washinton’s performance stands out amongst an imposing cast.
While the film’s cast has some very talented actors like Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington’s performance as Macrinus has caught the attention of critics unanimously. The other actors have been praised for their performances, too. Still, Denzel has brought an aura to his role with the most appropriate exaggeration that elevates the character to a level above the rest. So, as Gladiator II steps into an arena in the theatres, the film goes up against its iconic predecessor and hopes to be accepted worldwide. It has undoubtedly struck its first blow by impressing the critics and will now look at audience acceptance.
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