The “Gladiator II” director says he learned “never believe your own press” from the ordeal.
Some people frame awards or diplomas.
“Pauline Kael destroyedBlade Runner.
Director Ridley Scott (L) and star Paul Mescal on the set of ‘Gladiator II’.Paramount Pictures
So I don’t read it.”
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Kael had many criticisms of the 1982 sci-fi film in her review.
It hasnt been thought out in human terms.
If anybody comes around with a test to detect humanoids, maybe Ridley Scott and his associates should hide.
As such, he’s learned to trust his instincts.
“In my job, I’ve got constant doubting Thomases driving me f—ing crazy.
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Just don’t suggest his experience gives him the right to do anything he wants with his films.
“Don’t say I get to do what I want to do.
So, withGladiator IIfinally hitting theaters this weekend, was it everything he dreamed it would be?
“I think beyond it went better than I expected,” he says.
Read more on the film in EW’sGladiator IIcover story.
