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Why Gladiator 2 Owes A Debt To One Of Shakespeare's Most Famous Plays

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Ridley Scott's highly anticipated 'Gladiator II' set to draw inspiration from a Shakespearean classic, promising a epic clash of ancient empires.
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  • Insiders reveal the sequel will borrow plot elements from Shakespeare's 'Henry V', exploring the rise of a new Roman emperor after the death of Maximus.
  • Lead actor Russell Crowe to reprise his role, with sources hinting at a dramatic confrontation between his character and the emerging ruler, set against the backdrop of warring Roman factions.
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Ridley Scott, Russell Crowe, Gladiator II, Gladiator II, Henry V
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