Author: That Movie Girl

2024 AD, Kigali, Rwanda—It’s been 24 years since Gladiator thundered into cinemas and 10 years since it captured the imagination of a particular little girl. Now, she sits in a crowded theater, her popcorn long gone, eagerly waiting for the lights to dim and the screen to glow. For the next 158 minutes, she braces herself: will Gladiator II break her heart or have her tattooing “Strength and Honor” on her forehead? Verdict? Eh, a bit of a mixed bag. A Visual Masterpiece If nothing else, Gladiator II is an absolute feast for the senses. Costume designer Janty Yates deserves…

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