Elon Musk faces backlash for calling Gladiator 2 woke over film's themes

Elon Musk faced criticism after calling "Gladiator 2" "woke" in response to a meme about the film's design and script. Critics pointed out that the film centers on a straight white man and features few roles for women and minorities. Musk's comment sparked backlash, with many arguing that the film's themes do not align with his description. Some fans noted that the plot focuses on traditional masculinity and does not promote a "woke" agenda. In related news, actor Denzel Washington downplayed controversy over a same-sex kiss in the film, while director Ridley Scott dismissed the incident as exaggerated. Despite mixed reactions, "Gladiator 2" has performed well at the box office.