“My nose just is kind of Roman. So it’s useful in this context. The nose that I absolutely hated when I was in secondary school-and used to get ribbed for-became very useful here.”
- Paul Mescal on ‘GLADIATOR 2’
Russell Crowe was so fed up with people asking him questions on the sequel that said they should pay him for it
They need to see after sun and normal people in order to get to know Paul mescal and how incredible he is
Yeah not sure if Aftersun would be the typical thing they'd react to but I'd like to see it nonetheless
this is paul's first blockbuster but he's a phenomenal actor in everything he's done, typically the more emotional dramas. joseph quinn described his performance in this movie as devastating so...looks like he's gonna make me cry again probably!
watch normal people, aftersun, and all of us strangers
I've not see Aftersun, but boy was I an emotional wreck after watching All of us Strangers. The acting in that film from the four cast members was outstanding.
We gotta start putting more respect on Joseph Quinn’s name!
Paul mescal is amazing. Watch normal people, all of us strangers and aftersún. Surprised none of you saw those
How have you guys missed Paul mescal, he is incredible
@@Mushie_G this is paul's first blockbuster but he's a phenomenal actor in everything he's done, typically the more emotional dramas. joseph quinn described his performance in this movie as devastating so...looks like he's gonna make me cry again probably!
watch normal people, aftersun, and all of us strangers
@@Mushie_G this is paul's first blockbuster but he's a phenomenal actor in everything he's done, typically the more emotional dramas. joseph quinn described his performance in this movie as devastating so...looks like he's gonna make me cry again probably!
watch normal people, aftersun, and all of us strangers
@@hieuneo7085 So how many accounts is Paramount using to pay for these comments or are people just commenting the same thing word for word randomly?
Barry Keoghan was supposed to play one of the Emperors but had to drop out, sucks we can't see him in this world but I'm excited nevertheless, hopefully Scarpa's writing improves from Napoleon
He dropped out to be in a movie called Bird. Nothing for it has come out yet but hopefully it was worth it enough for him to drop out of gladiator
@@Luke-cu7bfApparently it’s a very good drama! Got some fairly glowing reviews at Cannes, certainly won’t be as epic as this seems though 😂
Paul Mescal is one of the best actors of his generation. I’m excited to see him lead such an epic yet character driven story.
I completely agree with you! He actually sold the trailer for me. He looks astonishing in this trailer.
@@StarLord1994 Yeah lmao people really just say anything these days. " one of the best actors of his generation " Dude has been in like 4 films and none of note. Even the one he's famous for is basically a young peoples version of 50 shades.
The movie we didn't need, but we will all see because of Papa Pedro and Denzel.
And Joseph Quinn who played Eddie Munson from Season 4 of Stranger Things
That shot of the Colosseum naval battle sold this movie for me. SO FREAKING HYPE
They've turned it into an action movie. Only knuckle-draggers are hyped.
Hell of a cast, but I hope it does the original justice. Big shoes to fill..
@@141menace My biggest fear is that they're gonna do the same shit they do with most modern movies...emphasis the special affects and action > the plot and dialogue.
@@willvr4 The trailer kinda gave me this vibe ngl. The colosseum scenes look incredible but I fear it's all the movie has to offer. On the other hand... the casting is absolutely insane and probably the strongest selling point.
@@ThePatrioticTurtle I actually get kinda skeptical these days when a cast is super loaded. It often feels like an overcompensation.
And lets face it, the big recognizable names and lots of glitz and glamour with action and special affects is designed to attract the Asian market. Look at the fast and the furious franchise. They would have lost over 100 million on Fast X but they made a killing overseas.
Denzel must be on an Ancient Rome kick, cuz he has also been set to play Hannibal Barca
@@Azmania3000 1. I dont trust Netflix especially their Historical shows.... 2. Denzel is Denzel so I'm willing to give him a chance. his audition will be Gladiator II
Paul Mascals acting looks 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
You guys absolutely need to familiarize yourself with Paul Mescal. Easily one of the best young actors working right now
I wish this sequel was about the story of what happened to 'Juba' .. you know the one who said, " .. you will see them again, ... but not yet...."
Gladiator II: Electric Boogaloo
Joseph Quinn is going to kill this and obviously Pedro
Fake Roman History Buffs: "Can't believe they're using hip hop in this movie trailer."
Real Roman History Buffs: "THE OVERTHROW OF THE SEVERAN DYNASTY, LETS FUCKIN GO HOMIE."
Geta and Caracalla look great, curious how they will play those characters together
I have a theory. Near the end of the trailer when the young gladiator was fighting the older guy, the mom looked concerned, my thoughts is that he could be fighting his own father.
Paul mescal is goated. You should watch normal People or aftersun
Paul Mescal is the next great actor of our generation
For sure! Was obvious to me when I first saw him in Normal People, especially the therapy scene.
I'm conflicted but optimistic. The original is just a pure classic that didn't need a sequel but here we are.
Yeah, I think is also something which I'm conflicted over as well. Gladiator was a completely self-contained story so making a direct sequel to it that feels natural and connected is going to be a tall order. On the other hand, I'm such a Roman history buff that even just the aesthetics of being in ancient Rome is going to be something I'm gonna love to see.
I think it's a great idea because it's a continuation of the story, they have a chance to show the naval battles in the coliseum, and they waited 24 years. It would've been worse if the sequel came out like 2 years after the first
I am desperate for films about eras like Rome , Greece and the Middle Ages so no I’m excited
I can't wait to see Emperors Caracalla and Geta in this movie! They look insane and crazy and i can't wait to watch them on screen
‘He looks big there’. Ya he does….pedro looks like a real gladiator!! Love him.
so happy that more people are about witness Paul Mescal's greatness. Incredible actor.
Geta and Caracalla look awesome, and the Numidia siege looks epic.
I’m guessing Pedro Pascal’s character here turns from high ranking imperial officer to someone ultimately helping out the gladiators overthrow the twin emperors.
Ridley Scott says Pedro has become a gladiator as punishment for defying the Ceasar brothers and refusing to go to war again. They threaten Lucilla (his lover) if he doesn't fight.
feels like ridley scott made this movie for himself, and honestly? i love that. gladiator 2 looks fun as hell.
Looks like a fast and the furious movie, so cool guys. Let’s go get mufflers for our civics at autozone on the way home
Definitely seems like a passion project. Don't think it was done to make a quick buck because Ridley Scott isn't exactly struggling atm, I know Napoleon didn't do well but he's still one of the best directors around.
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It's funny because Ridley Scott wanted Russell Crowe's character to come back... through a portal...
No he didn't
Everyone else did which is why it took so long for him to agree to make a sequel.
@@codywalsh2075 I heard him say it, but maybe he was joking or something (not likely)
I can really see it when the new gladiator puts on Maximus’ armor , Harry Gregson Williams will put an epic music to go with it
Denzel Washington in Ancient Rome.Shut up and take my money!
I was sort of eager to see it when I heard Pedro Pascal was in it, but when I saw a NAVAL BATTLE RE-ENACTMENT? In the COLOSSEUM?? You can bet your ass I'll be there opening night
Wonderful! are you guys doing a reaction to the F1 trailer?
Please react to kingdom of heaven director’s cut, the last duel and Napoleon. Rick needs to be there for each one. ❤
Kingdom of Heaven's Director's Cut is one of the best director's cuts ever released.
Check out All of Us Strangers starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal❤
Please look at the chorus of Church in the Wild and then take a moment to think about how important the concept of winning over the mob because the mob is Rome was in the first Gladiator. The song choice is putting emphasis on that exact same theme again for this trailer.
Thank you!! I've seen so many people complain about the song choice for this trailer but it fits really well! People seem to confuse trailer music for movie soundtracks.
Paul Mescal is playing Lucius from the first Galdiator.
@LuisRdzG10 I'm not convinced he said that, but it does sound like it.. or he purposely doesn't want anyone to know who he is. Maximus wasn't to open about being the General of a Legion army.
no did you pay attention at all? he was probaly a citizen of that city we see pedro pascal attack in the trailer. we see paul mescal hugging his wife in the water. thats probaly why he want revenge on "the general" like you hear in the trailer. he wants revenge on the whole roman army then says "the general will do." Also lucius wouldve been brought up in Rome as a noble even the next emperor.. this probaly takes place 100-200 years after
@@ducksauce9187 Just the fact that Lucilla (Lucius' mom) is in the film shows that you are wrong.
100-200? my brother in stupidity lucilla is in half the scenes @@ducksauce9187
Joseph Quinn was also one of the Guards that tried to stop Aria from entering Winterfell in Season 8 of GoT. As for the trailer it seemed fine but agree with Eric that music wasn't it for the trailer. That boats on the water scene seems like it could be cool, will be interesting to see how that plays out.
Lmfao the end
Blind Wave should do a Paul Mescal Movie Poll.
Cool elephant sounding rhino
He’s in the new quiet place movie too 😮
I can’t wait let’s go bring it on and it’s all real and true and based on what happened and based on real events
Harry Gregson Williams did the score for this. 🎉🎉🎉🎉
The movie is in good hands . People like to complain about anything and everything
@@ae86takumiAgreed. Sir Ridley is my king and I will always bend the knee to him
y’all need to watch paul mescal’s stuff (normal people is incredible, aftersun, all of us strangers…)
I normally don't watch trailers. But Im really confused about how or why a sequel is being made, so I'll make an exception.
Iam rooting for danzel and also going to watch this movie just because of this acting legend and I don't care what people think about me 😕
Looks great!
Cool 🤩❤️🍿⚔️
In the first Gladiator trailer Kid Rock was the trailer composer with "Ball with the Ball". Now that it's Kanye in the sequel trailer, people are complaining. People sure are funny, primitive creatures to this day lol 😆
Simulated ship to ship battles in the colosseum with sharks in the water. Denzel in the movie too. Very interesting indeed.
The music 😭
The music choice is weird but it looks good
Lol eric like MAH GLADIATOR. yes. denzel will be fist bumping.
Looks good. It might not match the first (that came out at the right time/right cast/right mood) but even if its gets close I will be happy.
Music-wise, he has gone with Harry Gregson-Williams, who has done a lot of films and also does a good job. Scott used him in The Martian, The Last Duel, and Kingdom of Heaven.
I'm unsure how to feel about this. I mean it looks great, but it also kinda feels weird to call it Gladitor 2 as there is not much connecting the two asidfe from it still being in Rome. I mean I did see the one woman was back again. I am kinda confused about there being a black leader in Rome. Romans weren't exactly.... friendly to others.
The main character is Lucius, the kid from the first movie. And supposedly, the general was trained under Maximus. It's not just Lucilla....
It will be interesting to see how Denzel's character came to power. A slave who got free and worked his way to the top.
Man I just love blindwave…and I CANNOT wait for this movie. Or Fantastic Four
He said Sharks in the Arena?
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Mmm... No, I really don't think there needed to be a second Gladiator movie.
I AM NOT ENTERTAINED.....
Where Ancient Rome meets training day.
Straight Outta Rome!
It's interesting these guys mention the music choice for the trailer. I have seen multiple other reactions say the same thing and I actually agree. Putting modern music in a historical epic piece is not the best choice.
Kid rock music was played in the gladiator 2000 super bowl trailer. That was the first trailer.
I saw this comment in another reaction video.
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I agree that the song didn't fit the tone of Rome in that time but I'm tired of reactors who doesn't know that a lot of music that's in movies like this are from centuries later than that period of Rome. It's orchestra with violins and trumpets that's not indicative of what music was really played in that era. Just say you're used to a certain kind of music in films like these. Rap music isn't just for movies that involves the hood or the ghetto as you can clearly see in the whole world taking and using it in their cultures now. K-pop is just music,clothes and dancing that's taken from rhythm and blues from the 80's and 90's era of r and b. Country music isn't just played in movies about the south and heavy metal,rock and other forms of music doesn't have a specific category of films they're played in neither should hip hop.
Another reaction video comment
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Such an overreaction from the internet. It’s not like it’s gonna be in the actual film. And where was this outcry when the Napoleon trailer featured the Black Sabbath song. It’s not like orchestral music was even a thing in Ancient Roman times
Some others.
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The music choice was to connect the movie to a younger audience. The original came out over 20 years ago. They need to market this film to a wider range of audience. I liked the way they chopped up the song to fit the trailer
buhlengcibi6979 quote-
Just came back from watching the trailer,and the song is barely in the trailer,the song is also constructed in a way that fits with the theme of the movie , i don't get the outrage
The algorithm recommended this reaction. Glad to watch a reaction that is not lowkey racist just because Denzel is in it.
That wasn’t Spencer Treat Clark, I guess they replaced him
Why don't you react to Spartacus, I love this show
Nobody
Denzel : GET YOUR HANDS OFF ME !!
Part of this look cool, but based on a summary it seems the battle scenes are from a Roman invasion of Numidia...which has already been part of the Roman Empire for almost two hundred years at this point. Might be too much historical rage for me :p
One thing that's kind of dumb, is they didn't bring back the actor of Lucius, the boy from the first movie. This is an adult Lucius, but he's played by Paul Mescal in this movie.
I agree with Eric I really did not care for them adding a rap song to this trailer a score would have worked better.
Hope its good, nothing really sparked interest in me in the trailer but who knows
Hold up is the main character the boy from the first Gladiator?? but i thought he was the son of Connie Nielsens charater? if so why did he say he never knew his parents in this trailer?
In Gladiator 3, gladiators will be standing astride flying saucers. No need for rhinos.
I'm looking forward to this movie, but I'd wished that the trailer would have been a bit toned down. It feels like it showed us too much.
I dont think even Denzel Washinton can save this movie..
Vou assistir só por causa do Pedro Pascal ❤
Jay-Zimmer
This movie is 2h36m, it will be awesome.
@Eric it's not 'almost' 20yrs...it's 'over' 20yrs later.
You guys should watch “The Smokers” Its like an old 2000’s comfort movie for me and i love it. But i looked it up and the reviews on it were that no one liked it so i kinda wanna see u guys hate on it.
I think Denzel is a moor in this.
The first movie really special to me and personally I would be just content and happy end with it.
I'll watch it if Lucius is Lucilla and Maxi child,
I believe that this movie will be a very good. But I think there should not be a sequel to the Gladiator I...
Guys you must react to the AMC show Interview with the Vampire! Please 😢
I second this!!! incredible show one of my favorites, and it's sadly so underrated. I've also been asking them for months to react to it hopefully someday.
Please please be good. Theres no way itll be as good as the first one, but i hope this is good.
That naval battle looks sick! And the Lucius stuff was nice
My name is Kiiiiiid Rock! But is this really a period piece, or more fantasy?
"Get your hands off me!" -Jamie Foxx
I know a lot of people don't care for the song choice. But I actually liked it, and I think it will bring in a younger minority crowd to see this. Of course, the song won't be in the movie, and I doubt it was simply chosen because Denzel in it.
"is Denzel the emperor" - really, Aaron???
Denzel quintavious bartholomew washington lets go!!!
Lucius from the first is the new gladiator
Have yall heard of Nero???
Peeeeeedroooooo....👍👍👍👍👍
Formula 1 Trailer Reaction!!! You’ll love it!!
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PARAMOUNT :SO how do we marketing Gladiator II Trailer to a "modern Audience"?
i know LET PUT JAY-Z/KANYE WEST NO CHURCH IN THE WILD!
i can't unsee Denzels LAUGH from training day ........