He is a world builder, he raved toMens Healthof Scott, who marked his 86th birthday in November.
I was never expecting to do that, obviously, and so I was incredibly grateful.
He built ancient Rome!

Joseph Quinn is opening up about his time working with director Ridley Scott on the upcoming ‘Gladiator II’.Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Karwai Tang/WireImage
Not a lot of people can do thatRidley Scott can, added Quinn.
Going back near that world felt a little daunting, but also utterly thrilling, he added.
Yes, I play one of the emperors in it, and it was a truly incredible experience.

Russell Crowe inGladiator(2000). (Universal Pictures)DreamWorks/courtesy Everett Collection
And thats all I can say.
Gladiator IIpremieres November 15 internationally and November 22 in the US and Canada.