Well-structured plot!!

Rating: 9/10 (7 January 2005)

Whether historically accurate or not, an excellent movie was made. It had a well-structured plot and outstanding acting which made it very entertaining. After all, that's what movies were made for, entertainment. If you want something that is entertaining AND accurate, read the book, but don't bash the movie. It does exactly what it is meant to do. I was very impressed with Brad Pitt and Orlando Bloom. They were great choices for their characters since Brad appears serious and muscular and Orlando appears young and timid. The other actors/actresses were remarkable as well.
One thing I do not understand is how I can feel so much sympathy for Achilles in the end, even though I do not like his behavior/attitude throughout the movie. I guess the actors in this movie really knew how to lure in their viewers. If you haven't had the chance to check it out in the theater, it's out on DVD now, so check it out. It has some great fighting scenes if you're into that sort of thing.