Ridley Scott Rebuilds Rome for Gladiator II

- Ridley Scott, at 86, is preparing to release Gladiator II while already working on a Bee Gees biopic.
- Scott is enthusiastic about the project, calling the Bee Gees beyond talented despite not being a disco fan.
- Gladiator II, set for release on Nov. 22, features Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal.
- Scott built a 40% scale Colosseum for the film, finding it cheaper than using blue screen technology.
- Despite the massive scale, Scott remains driven and optimistic about the movie business, attributing his drive to his DNA and early career in commercials.

Source: [Associated Press](https://apnews.com/article/gladiator-ii-ridley-scott-interview-fall-preview-24f72b42f3ea8dc288a4a1cd6510edc0)