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Jewelled eels, beards of gold and unfathomable cruelty: 5 of ancient Rome’s most eccentric leaders

Ancient Roman political leaders could be violent and cruel. Some had odd tastes and were out of touch. Others had wildly eccentric habits that might seem amusing today.

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Russell Crowe calls Gladiator sequel 'unfortunate'

Russell Crowe has branded the Gladiator sequel "really unfortunate" insisting the team behind the movie failed to understand "what made the first one special".

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Russell Crowe shares honest assessment of why Gladiator 2 failed to live up to original

Crowe starred in Ridley Scott’s original 2000 action film, alongside Joaquin Phoenix

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'Enter the arena': Roman restoration project reveals secret 'Commodus Passage' in Colosseum

Want to walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors? Now you can because an ancient secret passageway in Rome's Colosseum used exclusively by emperors is now open to the public for the first time since its construction almost 2,000 years ago.

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Secret Colosseum tunnel used by Roman emperors reopens after nearly 2,000 years

It is believed Emperor Commodus survived an assassination attempt while walking through the tunnel

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Once-secret Emperor Commodus' passage to Rome Colosseum opens to public for the first time

For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, visitors to Rome’s Colosseum can walk through a hidden imperial passage

The Independent UK

Which Roman emperor was most like Donald Trump?

Something tells me US president Donald Trump would love to be a Roman emperor. The mythology of unrestrained power with sycophants doing his bidding would be seductive.

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Inspired By Historical Characters, I Made 20 Hilarious Comics About Random Situations

Hi, I’m Melis, the creator of Hysterical Chronica! On my website, I write history articles alongside comics to bring the past to life in an engaging and relatable way. The post Inspired By Historical Characters, I Made 20 Hilarious Comics About Random Situations first appeared on Bored Panda.

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'Gladiator II' is an Epic Depiction of A Dying Empire That Rings True to Today's Times - REVIEW

The blockbuster sequel to the 2000 hit 'Gladiator,' portrays what a dying empire does in desperation to preserve its power, which rings true to the world today.

Latin Times

Who were Caracalla and Geta, the cruel and unhinged Roman brother emperors depicted in Gladiator II?

Warning: this article contains mild spoilers.

The Conversation

Gladiator II review: All-action Paul Mescal is the pumping heart of this stirring Roman epic

4/5 It’s thumbs up for Ridley Scott’s return to Ancient Rome a quarter of a century on

Evening Standard

Director Ridley Scott Reveals Behind-The-Scenes Drama In 'Gladiator'

Director Ridley Scott shares insights into the making of 'Gladiator' and its sequel, 'Gladiator II,' revealing casting challenges and transformative experi...

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Are you not entertained? The XVIII best films about the Romans – ranked!

With Gladiator II thrusting into cinematic arenas next month, we hand out laurels to the greatest sword-and-sandal movies of them all

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Rupert Everett reveals he asked Ridley Scott for role in Gladiator 2 but ‘nothing happened’

Actor said he received an ‘American no’

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Joaquin Phoenix Tells Us About The Time Ridley Scott Tricked Him On The Gladiator Set To Reduce The Actor's Nerves

Joaquin Phoenix came on ReelBlend to talk about Napoleon and Gladiator, and shared an amazing story about his first day on set.

The Guardian - UK

Napoleon review – Joaquin Phoenix makes a magnificent emperor in thrilling biopic

Ridley Scott dispenses with the symbolic weight attached to previous biopics in favour of a spectacle with a great star at its centre

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Gladiator 2: Everything We Know About The Ridley Scott Sequel

At long last, Gladiator 2 is happening. We have all the details on the upcoming sequel, including its release date, cast, and details about its story.

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'Gladiator 2' Theory Uses Roman History To Explain Pedro Pascal’s Mystery Role

We don’t know much about Ridley Scott’s upcoming sequel, but history could provide answers.

The Conversation

A newly uncovered ancient Roman winery featured marble tiling, fountains of grape juice and an extreme sense of luxury

Recent excavations at the Villa of the Quintilii uncovered the remains of a unique winery just outside Rome.

The Guardian - UK

Lavish ancient Roman winery found at ruins of Villa of the Quintilii near Rome

Excavation shows facility included luxurious dining rooms with views of fountains that gushed with wine

Dublin Live

Barry Keoghan shares gym pic of incredible body transformation alongside Jacob Elordi

The BAFTA award winner is set to co-star with Jacob Elordi in the upcoming thriller film Saltburn

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Mysterious mosaics depicting Medusa uncovered at 2nd-century Roman villa

Two Roman-era mosaics depicting the snake-haired mythological figure Medusa were unearthed at the Villa of the Antonines in Italy.

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Barry Keoghan in talks to join Paul Mescal in upcoming Gladiator sequel

Keoghan could get the role of the villain to Mescal's protagonist in Ridley Scott's highly anticipated Gladiator sequel

Inverse

Is Russell Crowe in 'Gladiator 2'? Casting news reveals a surprising plotline

Ridley Scott's sequel to his acclaimed 2000 epic has found its leading man, and a possible direction for how it picks up after Maximus.

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