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Paul Mescal on Gladiator II
Paul Mescal discusses his role in Gladiator II, his views on women's safety, and his experience working on a large-scale blockbuster.
English
Australia
EntertainmentLifestyleFilmHollywoodInterviewMovieActing
Park HyattIcc Sydney
Paul MescalRidley ScottDenzel WashingtonSaoirse RonanRussell Crowe
- What is Paul Mescal's role in Gladiator II and what unexpected challenges did he face during filming?
- Paul Mescal plays Lucius, the lost prince of Rome, in Gladiator II, a role that involved unexpected challenges such as fighting a baboon and working with director Ridley Scott.
- Why did Mescal choose a low voice for his role, and what does this indicate about his acting approach?
- Mescal chose a low voice for his role to escape the sound of his own voice, a choice that aligns with his approach to acting as a form of escape and transformation.
- How did Paul Mescal respond to Saoirse Ronan's comments about women's safety, and what does this reveal about him?
- Saoirse Ronan's comment on using a phone for self-defense, which Mescal supported, highlighted the issue of women's safety, demonstrating Mescal's awareness and alignment with social concerns.
- Describe the scale and scope of the filming for Gladiator II, and what were some of Mescal's key memories from the experience?
- The sequel to Gladiator, Gladiator II, features a larger Colosseum replica and extensive filming, including naval battle scenes with added flourishes such as sharks. Mescal's experience was characterized by a high-energy pace, leaving him with fewer detailed memories.
- What is the significance of Gladiator II in Paul Mescal's career, and how does he balance this with his preference for smaller projects?
- Gladiator II is Mescal's first blockbuster, a significant step in his career, allowing him to work alongside Denzel Washington while also expressing his excitement for returning to smaller projects and rehearsal rooms.