Gladiator II's leading man Paul Mescal takes a bold stance, putting a fresh spin on the coveted role, as director Ridley Scott offers a savvy 007 comparison.
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Mescal declined to reach out to Russell Crowe, the original Gladiator, opting to forge his own path in playing Lucius, a move that impressed director Ridley Scott.
Scott likened Mescal's decision to that of a new James Bond actor, who must carve their own distinct version of the iconic character, rather than imitate predecessors.
call sheet
Paul Mescal, Russell Crowe, Ridley Scott, Gladiator II, Gladiator II
Gladiator II's leading man Paul Mescal takes a bold stance, putting a fresh spin on the coveted role, as director Ridley Scott offers a savvy 007 comparison.
beat sheet
Mescal declined to reach out to Russell Crowe, the original Gladiator, opting to forge his own path in playing Lucius, a move that impressed director Ridley Scott.
Scott likened Mescal's decision to that of a new James Bond actor, who must carve their own distinct version of the iconic character, rather than imitate predecessors.
call sheet
Paul Mescal, Russell Crowe, Ridley Scott, Gladiator II, Gladiator II