People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals has sent complaints to the cast and director of "Gladiator 2," accusing the production of using and mistreating live animals on set.
In letters addressed to "Gladiator 2" star Pedro Pascal and director Ridley Scott, the animal rights organization urges the production to stop working with horses and macaque monkeys after allegedly receiving "whistleblower reports." PETA on Tuesday provided copies of the letters to the Los Angeles Times and confirmed that the organization had complained to other cast members as well.
A source close to the production told the L.A. Times on Tuesday that "there have not been any animal injuries or incidents" on the set of "Gladiator 2," adding that a certified animal safety representative has been present during filming on behalf of the American Humane Society.
