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Gladiators and Absurdity

This chapter humorously critiques the outrageous elements of 'Gladiator 2', such as gladiators battling unusual foes like rhinos and computer-generated monkeys. It further examines the film's attempt to intertwine contemporary themes of democracy and social justice with the historical complexities of ancient Rome, while acknowledging its shortcomings compared to the original film.

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