"The CGI was horrendous." Summary In this episode of 'Trimming the Movie Fat', host Stephen and guest Paul Melon discuss 'Gladiator II', directed by Ridley Scott. They explore the film's reception, comparing it to the original 'Gladiator', analysing character performances, CGI quality, and plot points. The conversation reveals mixed feelings about the sequel, with critiques on its storytelling and character development, ultimately leading to a discussion on its place in the franchise. "The whole film is just contrived."

Chapters

00:36 Introduction to Gladiator 2

05:16 Tale of the Tape: Gladiator II

07:16 First Impressions and Comparisons to the Original

14:27 Characters and Performance

20:36 Space Monkeys and Sharks!

23:52 Plot Points and Storytelling Issues

31:24 Gladiator II’s Legacy

33:04 Final Thoughts and Ratings

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