The seemingly-indefatigable Ridley Scott delivers his belated sequel that offers real blockbuster spectacle and goes bigger and bolder than its 2000 original, from its extraordinary epic opening battle to the final showdown. It has a fairly simple story that is told cleanly and clearly, with its beefed-up family ties and Roman politics paying off well in the final act. The topline actors - Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal and a returning Connie Nielsen - are all excellent here, with Mescal proving to be very capable of carrying the lead role both emotionally and physically, with many strong supporting performances to enjoy also. If anything, the only real issue is that this sequel relies a little too heavily on the first film in its visuals and story arcs, but this familiarity certainly does not detract from what is a hefty and very entertaining cinematic experience.
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