the former Roma captain surprises everyone at Lucca Comics [VIDEO]

Francesco Totti as a gladiator? Everything is possible at Lucca Comics & Games! The former Roma captain took a surprise part in the costume parade dedicated to the sequel to Ridley Scott filmwhich hits theaters November 14. The videos of Totti's special appearance, dressed as a perfect Roman centurion, immediately went viral on social media.

The third day of the fair hasn't finished with the gifts yet, but the involvement of the former footballer was definitely unexpected! Initially, he showed up on site with his face covered, and then revealed himself to the fans gathered there Piazza San Michele who welcomed him with great enthusiasm and celebrated with the cry: “A captain, there is only one captain”.

The sequel to Ridley Scott's film, of which you can admire the latest epic trailer, is led by a first-rate cast: the new entries Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Joseph Quinn, May CalamawyFred Hechinger join Connie Nielsen and Derek Jacobi returning from the first chapter in the respective roles of Augusta Lucilla and the Senator Gracchus. The cast is completed by Matt Lucas, Tim McInnerny, Peter Mensah, Lior Raz, Chidi Ajufo, Riana Duce, Lee Charles, Alfie Tempest and Chi Lewis-Parry. Below is the official synopsis:

Directed by legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues to tell the extraordinary saga of power, intrigue and revenge in ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the tragic death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his evil uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) finds himself forced to fight in the Colosseum after his homeland is conquered by two tyrannical emperors, who now rule Rome. With his heart burning with anger and the fate of the Empire hanging by a thread, Lucius must face dangers and enemies, rediscovering in his past the strength and honor necessary to bring the glory of Rome back to its people. Get ready for an epic journey of courage and revenge in the bloody arena of the Colosseum.

The appointment with Gladiator II he's obsessed with the cinema in November 2024.

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