Ancient Historian Reviews Brad Pitt’s Greek War Epic ‘Troy’

For two decades now, the grandiose sword-and-sandal film titled “Troy,” directed by Wolfgang Petersen, has been captivating audiences at the box office with its star-studded cast that includes Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, Diane Kruger, Brian Cox, Sean Bean, Brendan Gleeson, and Peter O’Toole. Although the movie appears to be an adaptation of Homer’s ancient poem “The Iliad,” which dates back to the 8th century BC, it departs significantly from its original source material. In fact, a recent analysis video delved into these differences for over an hour. The expert breakdown of “Troy” was provided by Roel Konijnendijk, a historian at Oxford and fellow of History Hit on YouTube.

James Gunn Responds to Those ‘Brave and the Bold’ Delay Rumors

James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios, has dispelled rumors suggesting delays in the release of the Batman film titled “The Brave and the Bold” within the DC Universe (DCU). The DCU is currently active, with its launch marked by a soft debut of “Creature Commandos”. This will be followed by “Superman” in summer 2025.

James Gunn unveiled a lineup of upcoming projects for DC’s Chapter 1 – Gods and Monsters, which includes titles like “Lanterns” and “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow”, both scheduled for 2026. Despite this announcement, there appears to be no recent news regarding “The Brave and the Bold”. This has led some fans to speculate about potential delays. However, Gunn’s statement implies that these rumors may not be entirely accurate.

70 Years Later, John Ford’s Oscars Record Remains Unbeaten

Spanning over five decades, John Ford’s impact on filmmaking is unrivaled, yet many movie enthusiasts might not recognize his name. While he was particularly known for Westerns, Ford’s work transcended genre boundaries and continuously challenged the norms. His achievements earned him a record-breaking four Academy Awards for Best Director, honors that have stood the test of time over 50 years since his passing.