GLADIATOR II is a true epic and Ridley Scott’s best in years. Paul Mescal is a great action star without sacrificing his indie grit, a worthy heir to the throne. Denzel Washington EATS every line and costume without ever overplaying. #GladiatorII pic.twitter.com/eKY2UqDNPi
— Erik Anderson (@awards_watch) October 19, 2024
Gladiator II is Ridley Scott’s best film since The Martian. A big, bloody and bad ass action spectacle that builds upon the legacy of the original. The film showcases beautiful set pieces and a lot of epic battles. Paul Mescal shines. Denzel Washington chews up the scenery quite… pic.twitter.com/vkAt3kcfd5
— Scott Menzel (@ScottDMenzel) October 19, 2024
GLADIATOR II is indeed the REAL DEAL! An epic sequel worthy of its Oscar-winning predecessor — great action, amazing visual effects, stellar performances across the board (esp. PAUL MESCAL & DENZEL WASHINGTON)! A return to form for director RIDLEY SCOTT! I was ENTERTAINED! pic.twitter.com/xC9McJAU5p
— Scott Mantz 🖖 (@MovieMantz) October 19, 2024
Welcome back to the f*king movies!
— Clayton Davis (@ByClaytonDavis) October 19, 2024
That sums up #GladiatorII. Ridley Scott's best directorial effort since "Black Hawk Down." I found Paul Mescal's work as Lucius to be one of the film's most honest surprises. This is Denzel Washington, having the time of his life in one of his… pic.twitter.com/5ETqmXdbDD
GLADIATOR 2 is an absolute triumph, Ridley Scott places you in the action of the arena centered on legacy and honor amping up the blood, battles,and biceps for something so deliciously cinematic and Machiavellian. Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal, & Joseph Quinn certified movie stars. pic.twitter.com/0oy0jjrRUH
— Jillian🫧 (@JillianChili) October 19, 2024
GLADIATOR II works best as an acting showcase for Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, & Joseph Quinn. It's largely uneven & lacks the emotional punch of the first film.
— Andrew J. Salazar (@AndrewJ626) October 19, 2024
However, Ridley Scott's direction is unhinged, framing this as an epic Roman opera. The visuals get the job done. pic.twitter.com/R0xRDFTuwX
@GladiatorMovie is a decent but unnecessary sequel, full of big speeches & large-scale battle sequences. Its best moments are musical callbacks to the original. #PaulMescal has solid fighting energy but the standouts of the cast are #JosephQuinn & #DenzelWashington.#GladiatorII pic.twitter.com/9JJpzBUhp5
— Abe Friedtanzer (@movieswithabe) October 19, 2024
