Whether you loved it or had some notes, Gladiator II was undeniably one of the most talked-about films of last year, especially when it comes to visual effects. In this video, the Corridor Crew team (Niko, Wren, and Jordan) break down the VFX work, exploring what worked brilliantly and what… maybe didn’t.
From jaw-dropping crowd extensions to the tricky art of recreating ancient Rome with CG, this is a fun and insightful breakdown that gives credit where it’s due and opens up discussion on what could have been done differently.
Check out the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJdB-mcS_bs
What are your thoughts on Gladiator II’s VFX work? Were there moments that pulled you in or pulled you out of the story? If you’re working in VFX or post, what lessons do you take away from breakdowns like this?
Let’s dig into the pixels!
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Fun video, Ashley Renee Smith! I liked Gladiator II! The CG baboons pulled me out of the story, but the fight pulled me back in. I thought the rhino was real.
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Thank you for sharing Ashley Renee Smith . Needed a good laugh this morning (the CGI bodyslam did it for me at 6:46). I also need to check out Gladiator II, I've heard good reviews from my friend group, just haven't gotten around to watching it.
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The rhino did look incredible, Maurice Vaughan!! There was a lot of controversy around the baboons, but this breakdown gave me more perspective and appreciation for the work that they out in.
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The Corridor Crew always crack me up, Cyrus Sales. I love that they're so entertaining and I still walk away feeling like I learned something valuable.
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Wow, incredible work—VFX takes so much effort. Thanks for sharing Ashley Renee Smith :).