Clash of the Titans (Snap Case)
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Movie Reviews of Clash of the Titans (Snap Case)
Movie Review: FUN,CLASSIC ADVENTURE,DVD DETAILS AND DIFF BETWEEN KEEPCASE&SNAPCASE
Summary: 5 Stars
Be aware several dvd's with this title,two of the classic 1981 version and the darker remake,(which other than the main character names has a totally different storyline,and Perseus has a buzz cut)
SNAPCASE DVD&DETAILS (1981 MOVIE RELEASED ON DVD IN 2004)
SNAPCASE has A CARDBOARD COVER: snaps closed: One disc dvd with features: conversation by Ray Harryhausen about the filming of the movie and how some characters came about,Cast and crew info, click on the map of the monster gallery to learn more about how they were developed and the original theatrical trailer.This cover has a large photo of the Kraken,ETC.Some complaints about digital transfer. I have this one not the sharpest color
but I still enjoy watching it.
KEEPCASE DVD DETAILS(1981 movie RE REALEASED again on dvd in March 2010) has improved PLASTIC cover,snaps closed, SAME extras as the snapcase, 2.0 digital, AND PER OTHER REVIEWERS AND COMMENTS IMPROVED picture quality. The COVER has a blue background with large photo of Perseus(Harry Hamlin) ETC..I would reccommend this newer release of the 1981 movie due to better quality in the case & digital transfer.
STORYLINE:
Perseus son of Zeus is magically taken from his idylic island paradise of Seriphos to Joppa, by the jealous Goddess Thetis. Thetis wants Perseus to suffer for Zeus's monstrous transfiguration of her spoiled son Calibos. The rivalry between the greek god's set the pace for Perseus'adventures where he finds and falls in love with Princess Andromeda. Cassiopeia,insults the Goddess Thetis and demands that her daughter be sacrificed to the Kraken. Perseus no matter what perils lie ahead is determined to save Andromeda.
COMMENTS ON THE MOVIE:
A well written script that causes one to cheer for the hero Perseus and his princess. Mythological monsters,a flying winged horse, giant scorpions,two headed dog,a admirable supporting cast, and last but not least the genius of Ray Harryhausen make this a fun movie to watch.Even tho the special effects aren't cgi, there is a wonder in the storyline and characters,without the overstated
gore&violence. One nude backside with Andromeda if
that is something you don't want your children to
see.
This 1981 fun,mythological,adventure movie still selling well some 30 years later,first the vhs,now the dvd,blue ray, proves this is a classic, Time will tell if the remake is still around that long.
Movie Review: Still good after all these years.....
Summary: 5 Stars
I originally watched Clash of the Titans as a little boy and I watched the film again yesterday for the first time in over 20 years. I loved the film as a little boy, and I find that my love has not changed over time. The only difference now is that I merely experienced the film as a boy, but as a grown up I can reflect upon it. I view that philosophically. The images of the different scenes came back to mind as I watched. These memories must have been lost in my sub-conscience for a long time. I was still on one hand seeing through a kids eyes, but at the same time I was understanding everything as an adulty--Fascinating! As to the special effects, I like them. Yes, there are people who critique them in a nagative way, but I do not really care for the special effects greatly in Star Wars[I do like that film though]. I find the stop-motion techniques of Ray Harryhausen to be delightful. Well when it regards the lack of complete realism, I find that it does not matter because we are dealing with fantasy.Furthermore, I am not interested in having fantasy made in a boring realistic way. I found the scenery and the directing to be wonderful. I must say that there were shots in that film that are breath taking such as the ocean and beach scenes. As regards the minor nudity, it is just that--Minor.I find that it celebrates the human body in a tasteful way much in the same way as the Greeks did in the world of Classical art that they created. Yes, the screen play does not follow the original myth, but that does not matter as myths change over time. I think that the Perseus of our time is better than that of the ancients. I found the acting to be good, as well as the costumes. The philosophy in the Clash of the Titans is acceptable. The conclusion of Zeus regarding humanity and the gods is true when it regards being a reasonable person concerning the subject. There is no Psuedo-philosophy to be found in this film except if you study at some point in the film you will find a Philosophical contradiction. My final thought is that the Clash was never bettween Perseus and the Kraken, but bettween Medusa and the Kraken as they were Titans. Well if we treat the myth strictly then the Kraken was never a part of Classical Greek Mythology, but he too was a product of the changing human mind. Well the film is excellent in my opinion and I recommend that all people should see it at least once. When it concerns myself, I am not going to wait 20 more years to watch this film again.Movie Review: Greek mythology brought to life
Summary: 5 Stars
If you're fascinated with Greek mythology, then definitely see Clash Of The Titans (1981). This movie features stop-motion animation and special effects that, I must say, look incredibly fake by today's standards. But I'm not one to complain about the technology of decades ago because I realize that technology improves over time. If anything, I find that the stop-motion animation enhances my viewing experience of this movie. I can appreciate the effort that went into making this film.
This movie can basically be summed up this way: Perseus, the son of the Greek god Zeus, is seeking a way to defeat an ancient monster known as the Kraken and win Princess Andromeda's hand in marriage. Andromeda is the daughter of Queen Cassiopeia and can't marry unless her suitor solves a riddle. If the answer given to the riddle is wrong, the suitor will be burned at the stake. Perseus captures the flying horse Pegasus and answers the riddle and wins Andromeda's hand in marriage. A mechanical replica of Athena's owl Bubo is given to Perseus as an aid. Bubo proves to be quite helpful to Perseus, even leading him to the Stygian Witches, who tell Perseus that Medusa's head can defeat the Kraken by turning it to stone. Perseus travels to the Isle of the Dead and severs Medusa's head. He travels back astride Pegasus to find that Andromeda was tied up and being sacrificed to the Kraken, which rose from the sea. In the nick of time, Perseus uses Medusa's head to turn the Kraken to stone. Andromeda is freed by Perseus and the movie ends with Perseus a hero.
This is a classic movie with many stars in the cast with Harry Hamlin as Perseus and Judi Bowker as Andromeda. This movie also stars Laurence Olivier, Burgess Meredith, Claire Bloom, Maggie Smith, Ursula Andress, Sian Phillips, and Flora Robson.
This DVD's special features include a conversation with visual effects creator Ray Harryhausen, Map Of Myths And Monsters Gallery, the theatrical trailer, scene access and more.
If you like fantasy movies about mythology and can appreciate stop-motion animation, then definitely see the classic Clash Of The Titans. Very highly recommended.
Movie Review: The Hero's Journey...
Summary: 5 Stars
Here is marked the metaphorical 'hero's journey', as Joseph Campbell would put it, depicting all the elements of the epic voyages of olde, which has its equivalent in every culture. This film has even been used in classrooms to demonstrate the fable for both an entertaining and educational account.
Based upon traditional Greek mythology, this film illustrates this legend to a tee. The tale of Perseus in search of the one thing which can overcome The Kraken {a most impressive Leviathan / Cthulhu - like creature unleashed by Poseidon}, which just so happens to be Medusa's head, containing the power to transform humans into stone {Medusa was unfairly cursed by Hera after being seduced by Zeus}. But first, with the sage help of 'Ammon' {Burgess Meredeth}, demigod Perseus must realize who he is, the son of Zeus, and gather the implements to fulfill his 'destiny', including an invisibility cloak. and an impregnable sword and shield.
After passing a riddle test initiated by Hera, he follows a huge vulture upon the winged steed Pegusus to battle Calibos {a demonic archetype and son of Hera cursed by Zeus to malformation}, and is prompted upon his quest to save Princess Andromeda from being sacrificed to The Kraken. Along the way, he meets The Stygian Witches, three cannibalistic hags who share an oracle named 'The Eye'; Charon, or "The Devil's Boatman" {a Grim Reaper archetype} at the River Styx which carries he and his men to The Underworld; Cerberus, {here depicted with two heads instead of the usual three}; and finally Medusa, in a memorably striking humanoid / serpentine representation.
The characters are dynamically brought to life and very well animated with pre-CGI stop-motion photography, and the costumes and sets are rendered to splendid authenticity. The Gods are appropriately displayed with very human traits, considering that man has created his gods in his own image. I especially enjoyed Zeus' coliseum in which he preserves figurines of various mortals which he manipulates at will - would be quite useful as effigies...
Movie Review: Epic Fantasy Made Of Film Magic!
Summary: 5 Stars
Desmond Davis' 1981 film is an homage to the classic epic sword-and-sorcerer/mythologically inspired films that blossomed in the 50's and 60's; the films of actor Steve Reeves who portrayed Hercules, and other mythologically based movies such as Jason and The Argonauts. These films were often strategically televised on TV so that children could see them. As a result, such imaginative film directors as Steven Spieldberg and George Lucas grew up watching these films. The film is visually stunning and even if by today's standards the special effects and the use of clay model monsters is outdated in the face of Computer Graphics, it is still a supremely enjoyable film and remains popular, since it is still receiving cult classic fame.
The strength of the film is of course the vivid fantasy. We leave our own reality and live for a while in this ancient Greece of classical mythology. Ray Harryhausen, in one of his last films, once again pulls out all thes stops and delivers studio magic with his creations. The Kraken, Medusa, Cerebrus the dog from Hell, gold mechanical clocks and the devilish Calabos are all terrific characters. 80's hunk Harry Hamlin stars as the larger than life hero Perseus, Judi Boke as his the beautiful and cursed Princess Andromeda, the aging Laurence Olivier as Zeus king of the gods in a superb performance, Dame Maggie Smith as the frustrated and vindictive sea goddess Thetis, Sian Phillips as the vainglorious Queen Cassiopeia. Burgess Meredith, Claire Bloom and Ursual Andress round out the cast as Olympian goddesses Athena, Aphrodite and Hera. In what may have been her last or nearly last role as one of the Stygian Witches is Flora Robson, once a celebreated actress from the 40's and 50's (she was an electrifying Queene Elizabeth I of England). These actors look and act their parts well. This DVD is equipped with a trailer, commentary and an interview with Ray Harryhausen. Relive the magic of your youth and the magic of old-time adventure cinema all over again.