Christopher Nolan Declares Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator 2' His Favorite Film of 2024

Nolan praises the sequel's bold storytelling, innovative visuals, and thematic depth in Variety's Directors on Directors series.

Christopher Nolan called Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator 2' a 'jaw-dropping' and 'masterful' film, naming it his favorite of 2024.
The film, a sequel to Scott's 2000 Oscar-winning 'Gladiator,' stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, and has been both a box office success and an awards contender.
Nolan highlighted the film's ability to balance the emotional core of the original with the ambitious scale of a sequel, praising Scott's skillful direction and innovative use of multi-camera action sequences.
He defended the film's historical liberties, emphasizing its focus on exploring universal human desires and societal parallels rather than strict historical accuracy.
Nolan also commended Scott's enduring impact on cinematic storytelling, noting the director's visual artistry and thematic clarity throughout his career.