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Joaquin Phoenix Tried Quitting ‘Gladiator’ Before Ridley Scott Stopped Him

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Joaquin Phoenix almost walked away from 'Gladiator' until director Ridley Scott stepped in to keep the Oscar-winner on board.
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  • Phoenix wanted to quit the blockbuster mid-shoot, but Scott convinced him to stay and finish the film that earned him an Oscar nomination.
  • The director revealed this behind-the-scenes drama in a recent interview, offering a rare glimpse into the making of one of the most acclaimed historical epics of the 2000s.
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