Gladiator II: The Art and Making of the Ridley Scott Film

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The official behind-the-scenes companion to Sir Ridley Scotts highly anticipated sequel to Gladiator

This definitive volume takes readers deep into the extraordinary production of Gladiator II. Exploring the revolutionary special effects and breathtaking artistry that went into re-creating the grandeur of ancient Rome on a truly epic scale, Gladiator II: The Art and Making of the Ridley Scott Film features storyboards, unit photography, concept art, character and costume sketches, and an array of props and ephemera, offering a comprehensive look at the creative process behind one of the most eagerly awaited sequels of our time.

With a foreword by Sir Ridley Scott and exclusive interviews with the castincluding Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, and moreas well as insights from production designers, armorers, and the visual effects team, the book grants an insiders look at this cinematic epic and is an essential companion to the film.

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John Walsh is a double BAFTA- and double Grierson-nominated filmmaker, bestselling author, and founder of Walsh Bros Ltd, one of the UKs top one hundred production companies. His groundbreaking work is seen on television and in films. John met Ray Harryhausen as a film student while making a documentary about his life and work. Today, John is a trustee of the Ray and Diana Harryhausen Foundation. His books include Harryhausen: The Lost Movies and his acclaimed Official Story of the Film series, which includes titles on Flash Gordon, Escape from New York, Dr. Who and the Daleks, Conan the Barbarian, The Wicker Man, and The Third Man.