A Pretty Decent Effort at an Old Favourite

Rating: 7/10 (13 July 2010)

After reading one of the reviews, I felt it necessary to put in a few good words for this film which I thought was a pretty decent effort! If you are looking for entertainment where you can park your mind at the door and just enjoy yourself, then Clash of the Titans fits the bill. Having read and enjoyed ancient Greek and Roman mythology for over 30 years, I always find it refreshing that the legends are kept alive in one way or another through new forms of storytelling. I didn't think the effects were dodgy at all - the fighting scenes were reminiscent of what one would expect in an epic battle and frankly, I thought it was very well accomplished. It's a pity not everyone was able to relax into the adventure and were more focused on looking for the 'ooo-ahhh' moments. Perhaps the advertisers shouldn't be hyping the effects as much as the story so that people don't go into these movies with false hopes. If you like adventure - see this; if you want a thriller or a mind bender - look elsewhere. Ultimately, the choice on how to spend your money is up to you!