Beautiful, but with its weaknesses

Rating: 6/10 (16 June 2012)

I don't really need a movie based on the book to be 100% accurate even if this is such an epic book like The Iliad. There is no need for it, it doesn't take away from the greatness of the book itself just because somebody too the general story and made it to a movie the way he likes it.
It does irk me a little bit to see many historical inaccuracies from that time on a big screen. But I think this won't be a problem for many since not everyone will realize that neither architecture, not clothing or war fit the time. I will still take off a few points for that because it bothered me.
I wish Patroculus was Achilles' lover and not cousin, just as it is regarded in many books. It would add so much to the movie and make his coming to Troy for revenge so much more passionate.
I also didn't like Diane Kruger and Orlando Bloom as Helen and Paris. I do think that they are both great actors and fitted their parts with their looks, but there was no real chemistry there. No way in hell will I believe that this was the reason the war with Troy happened.
At the same time I loved other casting. Brad Pitt is perfect for the role of Achilles. He does give one the feeling of being half human half god. Erc Bana is amazing as Hector, he gives the character a lot of depth and always shines when on screen. And there are a lot of other actors worth mentioning.
Another thing I wish there was more of is Gods. No need to bring them in as the actual reason of the war, but it would have been nice if they have played an important role in lives of these people like it really was at that time. It would also add a lot of ancient feeling to this movie Would also be nice to cut it a bit shorter. Since they were not accurately following The Iliad, there is no need for almost 3 hours.
The show is full of beautiful scenery, like the sun going down over the ocean and the beach or all the battleships approaching Troy. And seeing toned up, Brad Pitt in his warrior skirt makes the movie even more beautiful.
This movie has its weaknesses, but it is still worth watching for the entertainment value as long as you are not looking for a historically accurate perfect adaptation of the original story.