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Gladiator IIShould’ve Let Paul Mescal Kiss

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Gladiator II stumbles as critics pan the film's missed opportunity to let leading man Paul Mescal shine in a steamy on-screen romance.
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  • Director Ridley Scott reportedly refused to greenlight a passionate kiss scene between Mescal's character and the gladiator-turned-doctor, much to the dismay of fans hoping for a same-sex love story
  • Mescal, known for his acclaimed work in Normal People, is said to be 'disappointed' that the film failed to capitalize on his character's chemistry with the supporting actor, leaving viewers unsatisfied
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Paul Mescal, Gladiator II
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