I can’t unsee MF DOOM in the new Gladiator 2 popcorn bucket

Gladiator 2 Popcorn bucket
(Image credit: Discussing Film via X)

It seems like every new blockbuster film has a custom popcorn bucket, and now Gladiator 2 has joined the ranks. The design is admittedly pretty cool, featuring a helmet design similar to Maximus' iconic mask in the original 2000s film, but hip-hop fans have been noticing a certain likeness to rap legend, MF DOOM.

I've previously discussed my disturbed obsession with the weird popcorn bucket design trend, but thankfully the Gladiator 2 design is a lot less visually violating than other recent examples (I'm looking at you Dune 2). I can't say I've ever seen a popcorn bucket design that doubles up as an accidental homage to a music legend, so on the chance that you're a fan of Gladiator and DOOM, this one's for you.

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Natalie Fear
Staff Writer

Natalie Fear is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. Natalie also runs Creative Bloq’s Day in the Life series, spotlighting diverse talent across the creative industries. Outside of work, she loves all things literature and music (although she’s partial to a spot of TikTok brain rot). 

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