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Gladiator II delivers an epic sequel that has Hollywood buzzing, but does it live up to the original's glory?
beat sheet
- Paul Mescal shines as the new lead, but some critics question whether he has the star power to fill Russell Crowe's sandals
- The CGI baboons in the film are generating major buzz - and not always the good kind - with one reviewer calling them 'disturbingly uncanny'
call sheet
Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, The Ringer, Gladiator II