Romanist-tinged surprise at Lucca Comicscurrently underway. Among the many enthusiasts, here stands out Francesco Totti. The former captain of the Rome he mixed with the crowd, disguised as a Roman legionary, and then revealed his identity to the surprise of the onlookers.
Totti’s appearance is linked to the promotion of Gladiator IIsequel to the blockbuster with Russell Crowe, years after the debut of Massimo Decimo Meridio. The film, again directed by Ridley Scott, will be released in Italian cinemas, with a one-day preview compared to the rest of the world, on 14 November 2024.