The film sets Lucius on a journey that reflects Maximus's story, from a warrior to a gladiator turned instrument of liberation, yet it feels dissatisfying.
The glimpses of Russell Crowe’s Maximus from the previous film do not help Paul Mescal's performance; the script’s reverence for the first film also hinders it.
Considering Macrinus, played by Denzel Washington, as the protagonist provides a more interesting perspective, but it raises the issue of lacking a strong antagonist.
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