Paul Mescal

Is GLICKED The Next BARBENHEIMER? Paul Mescal And Internet React As Gladiator Clashes With Wicked

The Thanksgiving week box office is set to see two major films debuting simultaneously: Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II and John M. Chu’s Wicked. Scheduled for release on November 22, these highly anticipated movies are already drawing comparisons to the Barbie and Oppenheimer phenomenon of 2023, which famously became known as...

Why Was Palestinian Actress May Calamawy’s Role Cut From Gladiator II? Fans Doubt Political Motivations

Social media users have criticized the creators of Gladiator II for significantly reducing Egyptian-Palestinian actress May Calamawy's role, sparking widespread debate over whether the decision was influenced by her heritage and pro-Palestinian stance or practical considerations like the film's runtime. May Calamawy's Anticipated Role and Abrupt Removal Initially, Calamawy’s casting...

Planning To Watch Gladiator II? Here’s A Quick Recap Of Gladiator Starring Russell Crowe Before You Watch The New One

Nearly 24 years ago, Ridley Scott's Gladiator captured the audience with epic storytelling, gripping performances by Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix, and stunning visuals that made the movie memorable for many of its viewers. Earning critical praise and five Academy Awards, the film has become an iconic piece of cinema....

Was Paul Mescal Not The First Choice For Gladiator II? Ridley Scott Reveals Why Saltburn Star Barry Keoghan Dropped Out

Gladiator director Ridley Scott recently explained why Irish actor Barry Keoghan exited the Gladiator II project. Speaking to a leading publication, the 86-year-old director shared that the 32-year-old actor encountered a scheduling conflict that led him to leave the production in early 2023. Barry Keoghan Spills The Beans "Barry got...