Gladiator, Denzel Washington

Opinion
Denzel Washington knows his characters all too well. His 'Gladiator II' role is no exception.
Denzel Washington's internal complexities and vices have allowed him to breathe life into the characters we love.
7 Dazzling Denzel Washington Performances to Watch After 'Gladiator II'
Denzel Washington absolutely runs off with "Gladiator II" as scheming Roman power broker Macrinus, a former slave whose end game is to become the new emperor. It's one of the two-time Oscar winner's best performances in his nearly 40-year career and one where he gets a chance to go as big as he did in "Training Day.
Denzel Washington Makes ‘Gladiator II’ Worth It
Denzel Washington's role as Macrinus in 'Gladiator II' is one of his best and most entertaining ever, and also a villain role like he's never played before.
'Gladiator II' director compares Denzel Washington's character to Trump: 'A clever gangster'
Director Ridley Scott compared Denzel Washington's character in "Gladiator II" to President-elect Trump during a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
Denzel Washington’s Gladiator II Character Is A Lot Like Trump, Ridley Scott Says
Denzel Washington's character Macrinus in Gladiator II is "very close to Trump", according to director Ridley Scott.
Paul Mescal on what he learned from working with Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II"
Paul Mescal discusses his experience working with Oscar winner Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II," and what it was like to work on intense scenes together.
Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington attend 'Gladiator II' premiere
Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen and director Ridley Scott attended the Los Angeles premiere of "Gladiator II."
Cook review: ‘Gladiator II’ is another winner; Denzel Washington owns the show
Can an actor earn an Oscar nomination just by the way he says the word “politics?” I think so. Especially when that actor is Denzel Washington in “Gladiator II.” This is a sequel to “Gladiator,” which earned the Best Picture,
Hollywood Legend Says 'Clever Gangster' Trump Was Inspiration for Denzel Washington's 'Gladiator II' Character
Love him or hate him, people can't seem to stop talking -- and thinking -- about President-elect Donald Trump. He elicited a wide range of reactions when he decisively won the 2024 election on Nov. 5.
What Happened To Denzel Washington's Macrinus In Real Life & How Gladiator 2 Compares
Denzel Washington's villainous yet charismatic character Macrinus is based on a real historical figure, although there are several key differences.
Gladiator 2 Director Compares Denzel Washington’s Macrinus to Donald Trump
Renowned filmmaker Ridley Scott recently shed light on Denzel Washington’s character, Macrinus, in Gladiator 2, by methodically comparing him to Donald Trump. Macrinus, who draws inspiration from a real historical personality,
‘Gladiator II’ Breakout Fred Hechinger Confirms He Was Not Part of That Cut Denzel Washington Kiss Scene
“Nickel Boys” actor Hechinger credited his “Gladiator II” co-star Washington for always keeping each take dynamic and fresh ...
Denzel Washington Has A Three-Word Response When Asked About Gladiator's Ridley Scott Never Landing An Oscar
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Denzel Washington Has Spent The ‘Gladiator 2’ Press Tour Not Giving A Damn, Most Recently Admitted To ‘Shooting Dope’
Denzel Washington has clearly been having a blast on the Gladiator II press tour as the beloved and iconic actor has produced ...
How ‘Gladiator 2’ Sneakily Turns Denzel Washington Into an Oscar-Worthy Villain With Clip-On Earrings, 15 Silk Tunics and More
In a world of political backstabbing, power and ambition, Denzel Washington’s Macrinus enters the arena in Ridley Scott ’s “ ...
‘Gladiator II’ Is Already Denzel Washington’s Second-Biggest Global Box Office Hit
Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II debuted domestically this weekend and it's already one of Denzel Washington's ...
Denzel Washington's 15 best and 15 worst movies, according to critics
Dive into Denzel Washington's extensive filmography and see which movies critics deemed to be his best and worst.
If you liked Denzel in Gladiator II, you need to see him in Apple’s version of Macbeth
If you liked Denzel Washington in Gladiator II, he’s just as good in another period drama - A24’s adaptation of Macbeth, on ...
Denzel Washington's Alma Mater Shares Throwback Photo of Actor with “Gladiator II ”Parallels: He 'Owned the Stage'
Washington was pictured in a 1975 production of 'Emperor Jones' in the photo posted to Fordham University's official ...