Sunday, May 16, 2004

TROY

A superb movie.

Brad Pitt is Archilles, desTROYer of TROY. The Legendary warrior who is invulnerable except for his heels, which did not receive the protection of the River Styx. Although an arrogant guy, he is an honourable man at least. He is in everyway human, avenging his cousin, and falling in love, which resulted in his eventual desmise. His immortality is not highlighted in this show however. He still require the protection of his armour and his superb swordmanship prevents any opponent from even scoring a hit on him.

Eric Bana is in everyway his match. Hector loves his country, is honourable enough not to continue fighting when he obviously could wipe out his opponents. He takes responsibility for his actions, even though he knew he stands no chance against Archilles. His only downfall is his unconditional love for his own brother, Played by Orlando Bloom.

Orlando Bloom plays the most cowardly character. Honourless, turning away from the duel, and shooting Archilles when he is obviously not doing him harm and instead saving someone instead; made worse by the fact that he shot from his back and not in some fair duel. Is made pale in comparison with his brother's heroics, he compares as a weak, selfish, immature character.

These 3 men together, forged an interesting story, Hector and Archilles, heroes in their own rights, dying in the story. But again, this is a tragedy, where all good people dies.

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