Title: Percy Jackson and the Oympians: The Lightning Thief (20th Century Fox)Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Personal Rating: 6/10
It's Greek Mythology living in New York City!
Ordinary boy Peter Jackson finds out that he is the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, and is being accused as the primary suspect of stealing the lightning bolt of the Highest greek god, Zeus. Now all dangerous mythical creatures are after him, including the dreaded god of the underworld, Hades -- all aiming for the missing ultimate weapon of Zeus. Peter Jackson, together with the help of his friends, must face unknown danger and find a way to seek for the lightning thief's true identity and pacify Zeus' anger before the gods start a war that will end all life on Earth.
The film is based on the first book from the series of four by Rick Riordan. And the book-to-film rule says that if it hits the market, the 2nd book will be given a movie next (which, in a domino effect, will get Percy Jackson actor Logan Lerman the same famous spotlight as Daniel Radcliffe of the Harry Potter series).
Being a fan of Greek mythology even when I was young (I read every Greek myth book my hands could lay upon, hell I even memorized the 12 Muses way back!), I got very curious and interested, so I watched it obviously. Let's just say I expected too much -- Chris Columbus (Harry Potter) directed it; the film is star-studded with a powerhouse cast in cameo roles (Uma Thurman as Medusa and Pierce Brosnan as Chiron to name a few); and add the fact that I am a certified Greek mythology literature geek. The bottomline is -- let's say I was a bit disappointed. Maybe I was looking for more cinematic special effects, or maybe I didn't like the idea that Greek myth heroes end up all in New York City.
I could have given this movie less than 6 out of 10
points, but I highly commend the Medusa scene of Uma Thurman, where she portrayed the snake-haired woman who turns people who gaze at him into stone. She was definitely good in that cameo role.
I must say this series is promising. I may be a bit biased because I want to see more of my favorite mythical heroes and creatures in action, but I hope the movie franchise does not end up like Eragon (also a book series turned into a movie that went down to ashes before it got the chance to make the sequel).
It's Greek Mythology living in New York City!
Ordinary boy Peter Jackson finds out that he is the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, and is being accused as the primary suspect of stealing the lightning bolt of the Highest greek god, Zeus. Now all dangerous mythical creatures are after him, including the dreaded god of the underworld, Hades -- all aiming for the missing ultimate weapon of Zeus. Peter Jackson, together with the help of his friends, must face unknown danger and find a way to seek for the lightning thief's true identity and pacify Zeus' anger before the gods start a war that will end all life on Earth.
The film is based on the first book from the series of four by Rick Riordan. And the book-to-film rule says that if it hits the market, the 2nd book will be given a movie next (which, in a domino effect, will get Percy Jackson actor Logan Lerman the same famous spotlight as Daniel Radcliffe of the Harry Potter series).
Being a fan of Greek mythology even when I was young (I read every Greek myth book my hands could lay upon, hell I even memorized the 12 Muses way back!), I got very curious and interested, so I watched it obviously. Let's just say I expected too much -- Chris Columbus (Harry Potter) directed it; the film is star-studded with a powerhouse cast in cameo roles (Uma Thurman as Medusa and Pierce Brosnan as Chiron to name a few); and add the fact that I am a certified Greek mythology literature geek. The bottomline is -- let's say I was a bit disappointed. Maybe I was looking for more cinematic special effects, or maybe I didn't like the idea that Greek myth heroes end up all in New York City.
I could have given this movie less than 6 out of 10
points, but I highly commend the Medusa scene of Uma Thurman, where she portrayed the snake-haired woman who turns people who gaze at him into stone. She was definitely good in that cameo role.I must say this series is promising. I may be a bit biased because I want to see more of my favorite mythical heroes and creatures in action, but I hope the movie franchise does not end up like Eragon (also a book series turned into a movie that went down to ashes before it got the chance to make the sequel).
7 COMMENTS:
Umm so is it worth watching? Its on my to watch list. :P
nice review!
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Watched it, quite entertaining :)
I watch Eragon too, good movie.
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@Jan: well you can watch it if you like.. just don't expect too much. Harry Potter and Avatar still beat it in special effects. Storywise I wasn't that impressed but it wasn't that bad either - it's your pick =)
I hope Percy Jackson movie will live on like Harry Potter. Love all this movie, I enjoyed watching Eragon too. I am currently wearing Eragon watch...premium won during coloring contest when I am much younger :)
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@iriene: yep it was entertaining nonetheless.. and how I love Uma Thurman in her Medusa role.. she fits right into the character
@Jemsen: wow you have an Eragon collectible, that's nice! =) Well the fate of the Percy Jackson series is still in the making.. Let's just see what happens.
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Sabi sa akin nag-aala Harry Potter lang daw ito.Kaya hindi daw maganda kaya pilit!
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@Drake: Pareng drake tats naman ako (sniff!) talamat pow.. =P Uu mala-Harry Potter nga ung story, and honestly may mga scenes na na-bored ako, hehehe. Panoorin mo na lang para "IN" ka.. wekekekek..
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