2024 has proven to be one of the great years marking the history of cinema, and the countdown for one of the most anticipated movies has already begun. “Gladiator II” will hit screens on November 15.
Ridley Scott has returned to direct the sequel, which will feature the presence of mega-talented stars like Paul Mescal in the lead role, Pedro Pascal as Marcus Acacius and Joseph Quinn as Emperor Geta.
24 years after the premiere of the first installment with Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix, fans will be able to return to Rome with this epic story of struggle, power and war, in the best gladiator style…
What is the song from the Gladiator 2 trailer?
Just a few days ago, the highly anticipated first trailer for “Gladiator II” was released, and as expected, the movie will be packed with action, typical Roman drama and great songs to accompany the most emotive scenes.
One of the tracks that has stood out so far is the one used in the trailer, which made it even more epic: “No Church In The Wild” (feat. Frank Ocean & The-Dream) by JAY-Z and Kanye West.
The song belongs to the collaborative album “Watch the Throne”, released in 2011 by American rappers JAY-Z and Kanye West. It features vocal collaborations that contribute to the introspective and reflective atmosphere of the track.
It stands out for its intense and atmospheric production, blending elements of hip-hop and soul. Its lyrics address themes such as rebellion, the struggle for freedom, and power dynamics.
The title, “No Church In The Wild“, suggests a space where traditional norms and structures have no place, reflecting a sense of challenge and a search for authenticity.
At the time, the track stood out as one of the main singles from the album, attracting attention both for its music and its profound message about society and contemporary culture.
Who composed the score for Gladiator 2?
Unlike the first Gladiator movie, Harry Gregson-Williams is the one who has been tasked with composing the score for the sequel. The English composer has worked on multiple memorable soundtracks for major films.
His repertoire includes titles such as Man on Fire with Denzel Washington, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, all the Shrek movies, Flushed Away and Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, among others.
Before the artist said yes to the team behind the project, Hans Zimmer had been approached but ended up declining, stating he didn’t want to repeat himself. Additionally, he assured that the music is in good hands with Harry.