The origin story of the the mythical Greek hero. Betrayed by his stepfather, the King, and exiled and sold into slavery because of a forbidden love, Hercules must use his formidable powers to fight his way back to his rightful kingdom (www.imdb.com)
Director: Renny Harlin (Die Hard 2, Cleaner, 12 Rounds)
Starring: Kellan Lutz, Gaia Weiss, Scott Adkins, Roxanne McKee, Liam Garrigan
The Legend of Hercules is one of those slick looking films that lacks any real substance. This film is yet another take on the Greek hero we know so well, but how close to the myth it is is debatable. Kellan Lutz's Hercules is as bland as a led balloon, stunted by lengthy, rough-on-the-tongue dialogue. The action sequences are tough, but let down by slow-motion after slow-motion. Just like a lot of films made after 300, The Legend of Hercules dazzles thanks to a huge budget. It's less dramatic than 300; costumes, props and CG still hit the mark, but a concoction of everything else that lets this film down.
2/5
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