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Ridley Scott Recalls Joaquin Phoenix Nearly Quit ‘Gladiator’

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Ridley Scott opens up about Joaquin Phoenix's on-set drama during the making of the iconic historical drama 'Gladiator'.
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  • Joaquin Phoenix nearly quit 'Gladiator' during filming, according to director Ridley Scott, who had to talk the actor out of leaving the project.
  • Phoenix's breakout performance in 'Gladiator' earned him his first-ever Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor, kickstarting his rise to become one of Hollywood's most acclaimed leading men.
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