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Russell Crowe Recalls ‘Sticking to His Guns’ About No Sex Scenes in ‘Gladiator,’ ‘Failed’ Sequel, ‘Fantastic’ ‘Highlander’ Reboot

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At the Taormina Film Festival, Russell Crowe reflected on his creative boundaries while discussing the original 'Gladiator.' According to Variety, he proudly recalled declining to film intimate scenes with co-star Connie Nielsen, emphasizing his commitment to 'sticking to his guns' on the decision. Crowe indicated the same principle informed his perspective on the 2024 sequel. He also expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming 'Highlander' reboot.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/film/global/russell-crowe-sex-sc...

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