Yes, many of the characters in ‘Gladiator’ and its new sequel are based on actual figures from ancient Rome Gladiator II might seem too wild to be believed — Colosseum rhinos and baboons and sharks, oh my!

It's a Tuesday night and I'm sitting in a dark theater, quietly waiting for Denzel Washington to make his grand appearance in Gladiator II. In full transparency, he's the main reason I wanted to see the movie.

Macrinus is one of the primary antagonists of Gladiator II, and there are a handful of hints that point to the villain's potential bisexuality.

It goes without saying that there are great Josh Brolin movies, and he's become a legend in his own right. No Country For Old Men, True Grit, and Dune are just a few of the major titles under his belt.

Josh Brolin described a fleeting moment where he and his 'American Gangster' co-star Denzel Washington nearly came to blows on set.

In a revealing interview with Esquire, Denzel Washington shared that he never let himself get too close to his 'American Gangster' role.