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A Sea Battle in the Desert? Ridley Scott Made It Happen in ‘Gladiator II’

The Wrap
Story by Steve Pond
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Legendary director Ridley Scott pulls off a jaw-dropping sea battle in the middle of the desert for the hotly anticipated 'Gladiator II'.
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  • Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Neil Corbould reveals the massive logistical challenge of creating a 1,500-foot-long water tank to film the epic naval sequence.
  • Scott's commitment to meticulous historical accuracy means the battle scene features authentic ancient Roman warships and weapons, promising to transport audiences back in time.
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Ridley Scott, Neil Corbould, thewrap magazine, Gladiator II
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