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THE CLASH BEGAN April 1st.
Clash of the Titans in the long anticipated action film, remaking its passed popular stop motion version. The film takes the viewer on a journey with Perseus (Sam Worthington) who is a DemiGod. None the wiser that he is only half man, and half God, Perseus lives his life as any normal man would until the Gods wage war upon Earth. Zeus (Liam Neeson) is defied by his creations (mankind) and decides to strike, smite and destroy anything and every one so long as faith is restored in the Gods. Perseus sets out to stop the destruction of a city, and stop the Gods from prevailing (coming to terms with who he is along the way).
A rather simple story line for a long anticipated film. I have not actually seen the original version of the film, hence making comparisons is not going to be an involvement in this review.
For a film that has been delayed due to the amazing success of Avatar with its 3D, i honestly can't see any difference in if they delayed or not. The three dimensions did not seem improved, nor did the three dimensions seem obvious at all (in fact at times) i found myself thinking that the film would be fine in its regular screening. This even resulted in me removing my glasses, and quickly throwing them back on to notice a three dimensional sequence. I was actually rather pleased however to see that there wasn't much three dimensions; perhaps slowly, Hollywood is easing out of their 3D Craze. (Also coming to be known as 'The Death of Good Movies')
Director Louis Leterrier seemed to know what he was doing on direction terms, and with this the film gave a great look on the working of the crew, as well as the camera men. Shots were well done, and camera angles actually allowed you to see the combat going on (It wasn't like you could tell there would have to be a stunt-double there). Louis clearly wanted to have a some what 'real' look to the film - based of the camera angles he used. The film was beautifully shot, and was hardly as studio like as many thought it would be. Most of the out door scenes are really beautiful scenes and actually possess a nice feel to them (until battle starts). Once battle hits the screen, the audience is completely in that dark world that Director Leterrier wants the viewer to be in.
Actors put in a solid performance, and hence, allow the movie to live up to its genre's expectations. Worthington creates a fierce and warrior-like Perseus, whilst Neeson creates a Godly and Wrathful Zeus. However, the best performance in the film would be one supplied by Ralph Fiennes as Hades. The immense fear that this character shoots into the audience is amazing. Without Hades in this film, the drive that the film needed wouldn't be there. However, with saying this, a little more in depth on Hades is that you expect a large fight between him and Perseus... however, there isn't. Don't be shocked by that when you view this film. Over all, every cast member held their own, from main to supporting.
Humor. Something a film like this more than often never possesses, but this time, you can be sure to get a laugh. Liam Cunningham as Solon ensures that you will get a few laughs throughout the film. He truly is the tension breaker of the film.
At saying all the positives, the film seemed some what rushed. Disposing of enemies rather quickly, and main characters alike. It was like the Director wanted to get the movie out of the way, and quickly through the movie together to set itself in a certain time slot.
All in all the film was entertaining and satisfying, but will it find itself engraved in History like Greek Mythology? Doubtful.
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