Gladiator 2 is a sequel to the historical drama film Gladiator by Ridley Scott in 2000. The movie will be released on November 15, 2024. The cast of the movie includes Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington.

The movie Gladiator 2 shows the era of the Roman Empire. It follows Lucius who was meant to be the next king but was forced to be a slave. He became a gladiator when Roman soldiers attacked his homeland.

The newly released Gladiator 2 official trailer by Paramount Pictures has received widespread criticism for music that has been used in the background.

“Music is terrible. not suited for this genre,” said a user on X.“Strange music in the trailer…. Needs Hans Zimmer, it completely killed the atmosphere. Fire whoever is responsible for that music choice. Please stop using crap remixes of crap hip-hop tunes for trailers,” said the same user.

One user kept going further:

“Spoiler alert: Maximus never died & brings peace to Rome by putting on a huge concert at the Colosseum with the help of Kanye & Jay Z.”

These comments along with many others says the same thing on the thread of the trailer posted by Paramount.

“From director Ridley Scott, watch the new Official Trailer for #GladiatorII starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger – Only in theatres November 22,” reads the post on X.

Following this thread, fans of Gladiator showed their disappointment with the trailer.

“Why is there a f**king rap song,” said another user.“The rap music tells me this movie is for the children. The trailer tells me there is no compelling heroic arc in this story,” said a user.

While some fans criticized the music in the trailer, others seem to like it and supported the choice of the makers.

“What does this mean? Are you a music director? Or just a racist?,” said a user on the thread of the comment criticizing the music.“Listen to the words, they fit,” said another user.“Its called “theme music” for a reason. Stick to the theme of the story,” said another user.Gladiator 2: Plot

Gladiator 2 is going to be released over two decades after its first movie Gladiator in 2000. The movie follows Lucius, the grandson of King Marcus Aurelius and son of Lucilla.

Lucius was the actual future king, but because of the shift of power, he was turned down. He lives a quiet life with his wife and child in a place called Numidia until his peace is destroyed by Roman soldiers.

These soldiers ,led by General Marcus Acacius, attacked his home and captured him. He ends up as a slave and becomes a gladiator.

Lucius’ story is inspired by the reality of Maximus, who decided to become a gladiator. He decides not to give up as he fights for his freedom.

Lucius opposes the two young and cruel rulers, Caracalla and Geta. To get his rights and freedom, he goes through many challenges and fights with his strong enemies.