Ridley Scott on casting Paul Mescal in Gladiator II: 'Suddenly, he was in my mind. So, when we were ready, I just called him and said 'You wanna do it?' He said, 'Absolutely'.'

"[Scott] avoids the bullshit," Mescal told the renowned British film outlet, "and I would like to say the same about myself. I've never met somebody who is less bullshit than Ridley Scott."

Ridley Scott expressed admiration for Paul Mescal, comparing his talent and persona to a young Richard Harris, highlighting the depth they both bring to their roles.

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