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'Gladiator 2' Director Explains Why the Twin Emperors Are "So F**King Crazy"

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Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator 2' delves into the twisted psyche of history's notorious twin Emperors Geta and Caracalla, portrayed by rising stars Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger.
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  • Director Ridley Scott reveals the historical basis for the Emperors' unhinged behavior, grounding their madness in a savage power struggle for the Roman throne.
  • Breakout talents Joseph Quinn ('Stranger Things') and Fred Hechinger ('The White Lotus') bring an electric intensity to their portrayals of the infamous sibling rivals, generating major Oscar buzz.
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