'TROY', is A Masterpiece, and A New Classic.

Rating: Null/10 (23 May 2004)

SAFE REVIEW - General Information Only - No Potential Spoilers
'TROY', is A Masterpiece, and A New Classic - notwithstanding its condensations of the 10 year war into a much shorter period. Nothing, no small plot hole, no technical problem, nothing distracts from this amazing movie; the story follows true, the characters are engrossing The acting is superb!, the characters unbelievable real and alive!, and the sword and fight scene choreography and stunts are masterfully executed! This story is enthralling and the telling at no point is ever discontiguous.
Purists who wish to see 'The Iliad's' story portrayed with all possible historical accuracy will be disappointed, however all who wish to see the poignancy, the passion, the adventure of the Iliad will be delighted. Of particular note is the devastatingly touching scene with Brad Pitt (as Achilles) and Peter O'Toole (as Priam - King of Troy). Brad Pitt rises to an amazing level of brilliance inspired no doubt by Peter O'Toole's contribution of some of the most stellar acting I have ever seen him offer! All the cast - with a history of character parts in such movies as 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Braveheart' offer excellent characters to love, and hate, and be fascinated by.
Sword Choreographer Richard Ryan and assistant Bret Yount add much to the story by demonstrated a rarely used skill - telling the story and the characters through the combat. Steven Ho - Brad Pitt's sword trainer - obviously did his job well as evidenced by the amazing battle sequences Brad Pitt (as Achilles) performs.
A must see and own!