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What's Up With Paul Mescal's Accent as Lucius in 'Gladiator 2'?
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scrn loglineThe long-awaited Gladiator sequel has fans buzzing about newcomer Paul Mescal's mysterious accent as he takes on the role of Lucius.beat sheet- Director Ridley Scott confirmed Lucius is from a remote region of the Roman Empire, which inspired Mescal's unique vocal stylings - a strategic move to differentiate the character.
- Mescal's accent has already sparked lively online debates, with some fans praising his commitment to authenticity and others scratching their heads over the unplaceable dialect.
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What's Up With Paul Mescal's Accent as Lucius in 'Gladiator 2'?
MovieWebStory by Jake Dee
scrn logline
The long-awaited Gladiator sequel has fans buzzing about newcomer Paul Mescal's mysterious accent as he takes on the role of Lucius.
beat sheet
- Director Ridley Scott confirmed Lucius is from a remote region of the Roman Empire, which inspired Mescal's unique vocal stylings - a strategic move to differentiate the character.
- Mescal's accent has already sparked lively online debates, with some fans praising his commitment to authenticity and others scratching their heads over the unplaceable dialect.
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Paul Mescal, Gladiator II, Gladiator II