Recently shared by Mark Gauci, a member of the 'Gladiator 2' team, these on-set photos have sparked excitement among eager fans. Still in the dark about Pedro Pascal's role in the film, enthusiasts are scouring these images for clues. With the production team and director Ridley Scott (Napoleon) currently tight-lipped, exploring these snapshots seems to be the only way to grasp the costume style Pascal might be donning. Here are some highlights from the recently released photos. 👇
The story of 'Gladiator 2' takes place 20 years after the events of the original film and follows the grown-up Lucius as he inherits Maximus's legacy. Lucius, the son of Lucilla (Nielsen), witnessed Maximus's story firsthand in Gladiator. Instead of claiming his birthright as Caesar, he is inspired by Maximus's sacrifice and courage, vowing to continue his legacy. 'Gladiator 2' will likely depict Lucius, now an adult, fighting in the arena during a turbulent period when his political connections cause unrest.
In the movie, Paul Mescal takes on the role of Lucius Verus, previously played by Spencer Treat Clark in the original film. Director Ridley Scott mentions that Lucius has lived in the wilderness for the past 15 years, disconnected from his mother. Denzel Washington will portray a character who is a slave-born, wealthy, arms, and goods trader. Connie Nielsen returns as Lucius's mother, Lucilla, and Derek Jacobi appears as Senator Gracchus, a member of the Roman Senate.
Other talented actors, including Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Pedro Pascal, May Calamawy, Lior Raz, Peter Mensah, and Matt Lucas, will also be part of the film. The story will focus on Lucius's struggle for survival in the tumultuous era of the Roman Empire, offering an epic atmosphere with a mix of old and new characters.
The highly anticipated film's shooting concluded last week. Behind-the-scenes footage shows Pedro Pascal in different hairstyles, still wearing costumes. The scenes may suggest Pascal's character, along with his friend Mark Gauci, enjoying a sunny weekend in Malta.
The grey cloak he wears clearly indicates a historical period, and its pristine condition may suggest Pascal's character in 'Gladiator 2' belongs to the upper class. Under the cloak, not much can be seen to determine his role in the story, except for a glimpse of a white shirt.
Despite the photo's low quality, a scar under Pascal's character's right eye is visible. This may hint at his character having a past as a warrior or perhaps the result of a violent encounter with Lucius Verus (Paul Mescal). While it's uncertain if they will be on opposite sides of the story, given references to the previous installment, Mescal and Pascal could potentially rival each other to mirror the dynamics of Joaquin Phoenix and Russell Crowe.
Despite knowing little, our questions will soon be answered as the release date for Gladiator 2 is scheduled for November 22. Paramount Pictures is expected to start releasing teasers and trailers soon, allowing us to understand the significance of Pascal's attire and its connection to the story. One thing is certain: we are extremely excited about this grand production.