For Yates and Crossman, bringing Maximus’ armor to new life not only pays homage to the 2000 classic but represents the young gladiator’s ascension from Numidian barbarian to an altruistic ...

That would be Russell Crowe's character from "Gladiator," who died in the arena after defeating corrupt Emperor Commodus. Maximus also happens to be Lucius' father, making the armor sentimental as ...

Russell Crowe might not be returning as Maximus in Gladiator II, but the movie already revealed how he can still appear in some form.Ridley Scott's 2024 sequel to his 2000 epic hit pushes the ...

Yes, That Was Really Maximus’ Armor in ‘Gladiator II’ Russell Crowe's OG costume gets pride of place at one point, but the costumes in Ridley Scott's sequel are telling a different story ...

For Yates and Crossman, bringing Maximus’ armor to new life not only pays homage to the 2000 classic but represents the young gladiator’s ascension from Numidian barbarian to an altruistic ...

More importantly, a lot of the less focal ways the movie connects to its 2000 predecessor hit home. For example, I liked that Maximus’ armor is highlighted early in the movie and comes into play ...

Then, during “Gladiator,” Maximus has a maxim he loves to share: “What we do in life echoes in eternity." The aphorism makes an appearance in “II” to lend it depth and scope.

Lucius admires Maximus' armor and weapons, and there are shrines and other symbols that remind viewers of the legendary gladiator's impact. These elements serve as subtle nods to the past while ...

"Gladiator II" includes a few glimpses of the original film, including Spencer Treat Clark as young Lucius, to hammer down the connection. By the end of the film, Lucius has donned Maximus' armor ...

Elon Musk bizarrely changed his X profile name to “Kekius Maximus” on Tuesday — sparking a flood of questions from supporters and critics alike.

There is a moment in “Gladiator II” when Paul Mescal’s gladiator Lucius has decided upon a course of action and, jaw clenched and biceps flexing in steely determination, he is led to a secret shrine, ...

There is a moment in “Gladiator II” when Paul Mescal’s gladiator Lucius has decided upon a course of action and, jaw clenched and biceps flexing in steely determination, he is led to a secret shrine, ...