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‘Gladiator II’ Composer Henry Gregson-Williams Sought Mentor Hans Zimmer’s Approval To Tackle Sequel and Borrow Cues From The First Film – Sound & Screen Film

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Composer Henry Gregson-Williams gets Zimmer's blessing to score 'Gladiator II', drawing inspiration from the iconic first film's score.
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  • Gregson-Williams sought the approval of his mentor Hans Zimmer before tackling the 'Gladiator' sequel, knowing he'd need to borrow cues from the original's acclaimed score.
  • With Zimmer's green light, Gregson-Williams is poised to put his own spin on the iconic 'Gladiator' soundscape while respecting the film's musical legacy.
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Henry Gregson-Williams, Hans Zimmer, Paramount, Gladiator II
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