The story of Lucius, the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen in Gladiator) and nephew of Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). Lucius greatly admires Maximus’ journey and should follow in his footsteps.
Ridley Scott, fan of Paul Mescal? Absolutely and that’s why he chose him to become the future hero of “Gladiator 2”…
In an interview with Total Film, Gladiator director Ridley Scott explained why he cast Paul Mescal in the lead role in the long-awaited sequel to his legendary epic. Gladiator 2 against baboons? This unexpected fight scene that the sequel promises us!
The filmmaker revealed that he became a fan of Paul Mescal after seeing him in the BBC mini-series, Normal People, which revealed the young Irish actor who was subsequently nominated for an Oscar for his role in the independent drama Aftersun.