El regreso colectivo a la gloriosa, aunque salvaje antigua Roma de ‘Gladiator II’

The return to the glorious yet wild ancient Rome of ‘Gladiator II’ has stirred up quite a discussion. Filled with bloody scenes of gladiators battling crazed monkeys, giant rhinoceroses, and hungry sharks swimming in the Colosseum, its almost fantastical elements have sparked debates among historians. Now, a Spanish archaeologist and history enthusiast has something to say about it.

Ridley Scott’s Perspective

Ridley Scott has expressed his views multiple times, suggesting that the possibility of sharks in the Colosseum could have existed, especially considering the historical flooding of the arena to stage ancient naval battles. He mentioned,

“Have you been to the Colosseum? It would be a challenge to build it today, let alone back then. If they could build it, could they fill it with water? Of course. And if they could do that, they could certainly put a damn shark in there.”

Beyond the Fantastic Beasts

Historian Pedro Huertas, a history enthusiast and director of the project ‘Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day’, shared his thoughts on the film in an interview, stating,

“I am not thrilled at all. Ridley Scott didn’t have to stick to the history of Rome because, after all, it is a work of fiction. If this man wants to give gladiators lightsabers, he can, although he did choose a rhinoceros, which is not the worst part of the movie. In fact, it’s one of the best parts of the movie.”

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Conclusion

In conclusion, ‘Gladiator II’ has certainly sparked discussions and debates among historians and enthusiasts. Despite its historical inaccuracies and fantastical elements, the film manages to captivate audiences with its action-packed scenes and unique take on ancient Rome.

FAQs

1. Is ‘Gladiator II’ based on true historical events?

No, ‘Gladiator II’ is a work of fiction that takes liberties with historical accuracy to create an entertaining narrative.

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3. Who are some of the key characters in the movie?

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4. How does the film handle the portrayal of ancient Rome?

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8. What are some of the historical inaccuracies in the movie?

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9. How does the film address diversity in casting?

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