Myth Making and Remaking

Rating: 8/10 (19 June 2004)

"Troy" is an exciting movie that tells the story of Achilles and the Trojan War. The script is based on Homer's classic epic "The Iliad," but much creative license was taken. Those who are avid enthusiasts of Homer's work, and Greek mythology purists might bristle at the many liberties taken in this movie. For one thing, the Trojan War is implied to have ended a lot sooner than ten years! But there are good qualities to the movie. The action scenes are exciting, and the imagery is awesome. Much credit is to be given for not creating the Trojan Horse in CGI. And Brad Pitt is definitely the star of the show as Achilles, showing off a godlike physique and amazing moves. "Troy" may not be a perfect movie about the Trojan War, but it will satisfy many different appetites.