Napoleon's Unprecedented Fierce Battles Surpass Gladiator's Epicness
Napoleon's grand battles outshine the epicness of Gladiator with awe-inspiring action and strategic brilliance, leaving audiences captivated by his bold and practical approach
Summary
A new trailer for Napoleon highlights Ridley Scott's practical methods for capturing the film's large battle sequences.
The director, known for directing Gladiator in 2000, shares that one scene required 300 extras and 100 horses.
In terms of scale, Napoleon has the potential to surpass Gladiator's impressive battle sequences, particularly the one in the early stages.
In a new trailer for the highly anticipated historical epic, director Ridley Scott showcases the thrilling practical battle sequences of Napoleon. These sequences are just as epic as the ones in his previous film, Gladiator. Scott's collaboration with Apple delves into the life, career, and military achievements of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Reuniting with Joaquin Phoenix, whom he previously worked with in Gladiator, Scott presents him in the titular role. As the release date for Napoleon draws near, Sony Pictures Entertainment has released a featurette-style trailer that offers a glimpse into the impressive scale of the battle sequences. Scott, known for his attention to detail, reveals that one battle scene required the cooperation of "300 men and a hundred horses." Watch the trailer below to witness the grandeur of this upcoming film.
How Napoleon’s Battle Sequences Will Compare to Gladiator's
Gladiator includes several significant fight sequences, with the first one being particularly impressive. The film opens with Maximus, played by Russell Crowe, leading the Roman Army in a battle against a Barbarian horde in Germania. This sequence is filled with elements like a charging horse, intense sword fighting in muddy conditions, and explosive firebombs. While the remaining parts of the film also offer plenty of action, they are generally on a smaller scale and more contained, featuring Maximus and his allies facing off against various adversaries within the Colosseum.
In contrast, Napoleon seems to prioritize large-scale battles more than Gladiator. The movie trailers suggest that there will be several impressive battle scenes, with the Russia campaign during Napoleon's rule serving as a prominent backdrop for the action. Recently released images, for instance, depict Napoleon leading his army through the burning city of Moscow.
The Battle of Austerlitz has been heavily featured in the film's marketing campaign. It was known as one of Napoleon's most tactically impressive battles, where he notably used cannons to break the ice beneath retreating Russian soldiers. The question remains as to whether Napoleon's battles will surpass what Scott achieved in Gladiator. However, the latest trailer indicates that the movie will undoubtedly be epic in scale.
