Denzel Washington's Gay Kiss Scene Cut from 'Gladiator II'
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Denzel Washington revealed that a scene where he kissed a man was cut from "Gladiator 2," suggesting the filmmakers weren't ready for such representation. Washington plays Macrinus, a Roman powerbroker, in the Ridley Scott-directed sequel. Despite the cut, Washington's performance is generating Oscar buzz. He expressed his desire to work with top directors like Scott as he nears retirement, emphasizing the importance of inspiration in his career choices.
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- Denzel Washington Reveals ‘Gladiator II’ Scene Where He “Kissed A Man” Was Cut From Film Yahoo Entertainment
- ‘I think they got chicken’: Denzel Washington says gay kiss was cut from Gladiator II The Guardian
- Denzel Washington says ‘Gladiator II’ cut his ‘full on’ gay ‘kiss of death’: ‘I think they got chicken’ New York Post
- Denzel Washington Says His Gay Kiss Was Cut From Gladiator II Vulture
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