No modern blockbuster is complete withits very own popcorn bucket.

you’ve got the option to watch a little example below from theGladiator IIsocial media account.

Finish the popcorn, scan the code, and let the games begin.

The Gladiator II popcorn bucket goes above and beyond.

The Gladiator II popcorn bucket goes above and beyond.Image: Cinemark

Experience your own augmented reality gladiator battle with the#GladiatorIIPopcorn AR-ENA Bucket.

Which, we have to admit, is not a bad idea.

Plus, in terms of actual popcorn receptacles, the Colosseum is one of the better-shaped buckets yet.

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Plus it is decidedly asexual, which we cant say aboutevery popcorn bucket released this year.

One thing that might stand out in the case ofGladiator IIthough is the subject matter.

Will audiences who show up to seeGladiator IIcare about this popcorn bucket or even its AR evolution?

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Will they even know what AR is?

It just seems like an odd pairing of forward-thinking with a safe sequel.

TheGladiator IIpopcorn bucket will be available soon.

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Keep an eyeon Cinemarks social media.Gladiator IIis in theaters on November 22.

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