One scene involves Maximus and Marcus speaking about Rome, as well as the former’s home.
Despite Maximus' wholehearted denial of this position, he eventually begins fighting for Marcus Aurelius' dream.
Was The Dream Of Rome Real Or Made Up For The Movie?
That said, the idea of Rome actually becoming a republic once more is fictional.
The following section contains spoilers for Gladiator 2.
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