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Did Gladiator 2’s “Dream Of Rome” Really End With Marcus Aurelius? Ancient Roman History Explained

Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Gladiator II.Marcus Aurelius’ “dream of Rome” is at the heart of Gladiator II, with Lucius striving to realize this dream. Its heartfelt message is part of what ...
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What Happened in the Original “Gladiator”? 8 Key Moments to Know Before Watching the New Movie — Including Who Survived the First Film

Before watching ‘Gladiator II,' here’s a recap of all the biggest moments from the first film Ridley Scott’s 2000 film Gladiator was a sensational tale of honor and betrayal in the ancient Roman ...
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THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Gladiator' 24 years later

"Gladiator" opened in theaters in 2000. It became a box office sensation and won the best picture Oscar. Russell Crowe also won the best actor Oscar. "Gladiator II," starring Denzel Washington and ...
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Thumbs Down on Gladiator 2

Gladiator II (2024) is the next installment in failed historical fiction, disappointingly delivered by the director who once brought us Black Hawk Down (2001), American Gangster (2007), and Blade ...
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Once-secret Emperor Commodus' passage to Rome's Colosseum opens to public for the first time

For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, visitors to Rome’s world-renowned Colosseum will have the opportunity to walk through a hidden imperial passage that once allowed Roman emperors to reach the ...