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Key Information
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| Directors: |
William Wyler |
| Stars: |
Orlando Bloom |
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Action/Adventure |
| Subgenre: |
Battles · Historical |
| MPAA Rating: |
Not Rated |
| Available Formats: |
DVD |
| UPC: |
012569694057 |
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| Original Language: |
English |
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Format: DVD Release Company: Warner Home Video (January 04, 2005) UPC: 012569694057 |
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TROY: With soaring photography that circles from above then swoops in for the action, TROY is Wolfgang Petersen's majestic presentation of the classic Greek legend. It tells the story of an epic battle over Helen (Diane Kruger), the queen of Sparta, who is kidnapped by her lover Paris (Orlando Bloom), the prince of Troy. This infuriates Helen's husband Menelaus (Brendan Gleeson), whose brother Agamemnon (Brian Cox) convinces him to invade Troy and kill Helen. They recruit Achilles (Brad Pitt), the best warrior in Greece, whose bravery, quick feet, and remarkable swordsmanship (not to mention tan biceps, short kilts, and blond locks) have earned him a reputation that is almost as impressive as his ego. Achilles agrees to fight for Sparta, if only for the fame it will bring him. Even Achilles' mother, in a touching scene, advises him to forget mortal achievements and become a hero who will be remembered throughout history. Along with the invasion of Troy, a series of duals must also be fought: Paris, who i... |
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