Another remake gone wrong: A new ad featured a promotion for the sequel to a legendary film, but a song remake sent it down the drain.
NFL Pepsi Commercial Spotlights 'Gladiator II' Starring Megan Thee Stallion, Travis Kelce | THR News
The film community was rocked by the announcement of a sequel to Ridley Scott's iconic historical epic, Gladiator. Fans wondered if the new installment could possibly measure up to the levels set by its predecessor.
Still, skepticism has only been fueled by the marketing campaign for the sequel. The latest Pepsi and NFL ad features Megan Thee Stallion and features a cover of the famous We Will Rock You song that sparked a flood of backlash. Fans online have criticized this remake and bad publicity started to hit this film before its release.
Queen's original We Will Rock You was an integral part of the first film. In a way, it perfectly captured the themes of rebellion and defiance, making it one of the best suited for the film Gladiator. This reset of the song that brought modernity to its lyrics has proven to be most unattractive to social media users.
