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Director Christopher Nolan on Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator II’

Variety
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Hollywood heavyweights Nolan and Scott weigh in on 'Gladiator II,' hinting at a blockbuster sequel that will leave audiences craving for more Roman-era action and intrigue.
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  • Nolan praises Scott's ability to understand why audiences are drawn to the Colosseum, saying he knows we're 'not there for insights into Roman politics'.
  • Scott aims to deliver a 'Gladiator II' that will confront the truth of human nature's thirst for spectacle and entertainment, promising to push the boundaries of the original's epic scale.
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Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott, Variety, Gladiator II, Oppenheimer
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