April 2, 2010
3D Clash
This film is a remake of the 1981 classic greek myth Clash of the Titans and apart from the slight 3D effects and the fast moving actions that director Louis Leterrier has added not much has really changed.
The film follows the greek myth of Perseus,who was brought up as man, but is actually half God and tells the story of him as he fights to save his family and the city of Argos from the evil Zeus, encountering the familiar creatures Pegasus, the Kraken, Medusa and huge scorpions along the way.
The film is action packed and often too packed in some scenes. The action happens so quickly that you can’t actually see whats going on and this mixed with what seems to be the random adding of 3D effects doesn’t equal easy watching. The lack of continuous 3D effects in the film could possibly be to do with the fact that Leterrier had to settle with converting the film to 3D using View D software after shooting, instead of using the 3D cameras he wanted, which were already booked out by director James Cameron for the biggest grossing film to date- Avatar.
It’s hard not to compare this film to Avatar, not only in terms of the 3D effects but also in terms of cast members. Both films star Sam Worthington, who’s acting skills I don’t doubt however in this role he looks slightly uncomfortable and some could say cheesy once the 3D effects have been added.
It’s definitely a film those who enjoy greek myth will love, but for everyone else watching, like most film re makes, I’d say it’s best to stick to the original!
