Director Ridley Scott recently shared some intriguing behind-the-scenes moments from the iconic film 'Gladiator' and its upcoming sequel 'Gladiator II.'
In a surprising revelation, Scott disclosed that Joaquin Phoenix, who portrayed the villainous Commodus in 'Gladiator,' almost refused to play the role. Phoenix's initial reluctance led to a tense moment on set, with Russell Crowe expressing his disapproval of the unprofessional behavior.
