![]() WHY THE MPAA RATED IT: For graphic violence and some sexuality/nudity. WILL KIDS WANT TO SEE IT? If they're fans of anyone in the cast, epic action flicks or mythology, they just might. With the Greek forces landing on Trojan soil and taking Hector's cousin Briseis (ROSE BYRNE) into custody, and Hector rallying his troops for battle, the stage is then set for the great Trojan War. ![]() With them is Achilles and his younger and inexperienced cousin, Patroclus (GARRETT HEDLUND), who've been convinced by King Odysseus (SEAN BEAN) and Achilles' own mother, Thetis (JULIE CHRISTIE), to join the quest. Accordingly, and with Agamemnon realizing that a victory over Troy would give him complete control over the Aegean, the Greeks amass the largest naval force known to man and set sail for the foreign land. ![]() Priam, however, puts too much faith in his high priests and their interpretation of how the gods will react. Paris' warrior brother, Hector (ERIC BANA), isn't pleased to learn of this development and once back in Troy, urges their father, King Priam (PETER O'TOOLE), to return the young woman. He must call upon him again, however, when his brother Menelaus (BRENDAN GLEESON), wants revenge for Trojan Prince Paris (ORLANDO BLOOM) running off with his wife, Helen of Sparta (DIANE KRUGER). Only looking to make a permanent name for himself for all eternity, Achilles barely has any allegiance to Agamemnon and is a constant thorn in his side. Agamemnon then calls upon the legendary Achilles (BRAD PITT) who easily dispatches his much larger opponent. ![]() Rather than suffer great losses, he and an opposing King agree to let their greatest warriors battle. PLOT: It's the 12th century BC and King Agamemnon (BRIAN COX) of Mycenae and his army are in Thessaly, Greece, looking to expand their military might and empire. QUICK TAKE: Drama/Action: A legendary warrior becomes the pivotal factor as Greek and Trojan forces prepare to battle over a woman and control of the Aegean in ancient times. ![]()
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