(Ep. 243) Gladiator II: A Sequel That Shouldn't Have Been Made -hosted by Gute and Ron

#gladiator #ridleyscott #podcast #moviereview In this episode, the hosts review Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott. They discuss the film's box office performance, character analysis, CGI effects, and the emotional impact of the story. The conversation highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the film, comparing it to the original Gladiator, and ultimately concludes with their ratings and final thoughts on the movie.TakeawaysThe film didn't need a sequel at all.Emotional investment in characters was lacking.CGI battles felt weightless and overly polished.The score was forgettable compared to the original.The movie stomped over the original's conclusion.The acting was fine but didn't resonate emotionally.The baboon fight was criticized for its absurdity.The hosts enjoyed discussing the film despite its flaws.Ridley Scott's legacy as a director is acknowledged.Final ratings reflect mixed feelings about the film.“Visit our store at http://tee.pub/lic/GPff04GCI04 to grab awesome podcast merch, including T-shirts featuring our season album art and more!”Check out Barrel Aged Flicks on social media: • Twitter: @Ron_Barrelaged • Facebook: Barrel Aged Flicks Podcast • Instagram: @barrelagedflickspodcastGet 10% off your entire order at https://coffeebros.com with the code BAF10!“Hey everyone! We pour our hearts into this show and bring it to you completely free. If you’d like to support what we do, consider visiting our Patreon and making a donation. Every bit helps us keep the show going strong!👉 / barrelagedflickspodcast Thank you for being part of our journey!”