Amazing film, despite early criticism..

Rating: Null/10 (26 May 2004)

Troy can be summed up in one word...GREAT! Everything about it was great. >From the scenery, to the actors/actresses, to the battles and the drama...it has it all.
Brad Pitt, who I admit I am a fan of, really steps it up in this role, playing the rugged part of the legendary warrior, Achilles. Brad does a great job of portraying this warrior, who has but 2 loves: battle and women. Brad's chizzled bod will give the ladies all they need to sit through the almost 3 hour movie. I have to admit the one on one battle between Hector and Achilles is probably the films most climatic moment, followed by, in my opinion, one of the greatest facial stares ever. Its one of those looks that that screams "You just messed with the wrong guy!!" I love it!
Also in this film is Eric Bana, who does a great job of playing Hector, the hero, and heir to the throne of Troy. He delivers a strong and leading performance. On the otherhand, Hector's brother, Paris, is a weakling and not worthy of the gorgeous Helen. Paris, played by Orlando Bloom, is a coward always hiding behind his valiant brother. Although, I must give him credit for the ripped abs. Definitely will win favor with the ladies. Helen of Troy is played by a little known actress by the name of Diane Kruger. I will venture to say, she will only be little known for a while....guys, this is your treat in this movie. She is strikingly beautiful and well worth tolerating the countless male bod shots to get to her. My only complaint is it did not show enough of her.
I was very surprised, after seeing this film, of the early reviews. Everyone seemed to be slamming the movie. This movie is great. The battle scenes are enormous, as well as the characters that play in them. From the time I sat down in this one, until the time I left, I was thoroughly entertained. What's not to like?? You've got it all, great men, gorgeous women, sword fights, wars, and the struggle for a great nation. It's a timeless tale that still lives on. I give it a 9/10.