Greetings from Lithuania.

"Troy" (2004) is a very well made movie. While its probably not historically very accurate, i always enjoyed this movie as pure popcorn entertainment. Re-watching it recently i rediscovered just how great this movie is looking and well paced it is. At running time 2 h 35 min this almost movie never drags and is terrifically looking entertainment from start till finish. Actors did terrific job - they all are great in this one (just except for maybe Orlando) . I always liked that there is not clear hero / villain in this one and you can root for both sides : Brad Pitt and Eric Bana were truly superb in their respective roles and especially Bana who is the star of this movie i think. Sets were gorgeous and its feel of place and time is superbly made. The only flaw i think was a third act that it felt a bit draggy, but still there is a lot be loved there.

Overall, "Troy" (2004) still hold up as a terrific popcorn entertainment. This movie looks gorgeous, acting is superb by many great faces and there is superb craftsmanship in every scene. Superb entertainment.

Watched this movie last night. Had not seen it for years. Loved it then and loved it now. Yes, the acting is a bit naff but seriously what a movie. It really is a historical war movie rather tran an action flick. The battle and fights scenes are superb, some of the best you will see. The costumes, set design and CGI are excellent. Everything is bathed in glorious sunshine, I don't know how anyone can really knock it. It also does challenge you on who to support. The Greeks kind of go looking for war but at the same time it was the wimp Paris who ran off with Helen. The Trojan's don't want to fight but at the same time Paris did instigate it. Hector is the most noble but then stupidly steps into his brothers duel to save him, ending the one chance of peace Troy has. As for Achilles, well he is super cool and moody. Don't bother taking sides, just enjoy the sun.

Its strange that my earlier review got deleted. Must be some Bollywood fanboy.

I first saw this in 2004 in a theatre, then again on a dvd which I own.

Revisited the Director's Cut of 196 minutes recently which has more nudity of Diane Kruger (amazing boobs n butt),it has more violence and gore, including much more of Ajax's bloody rampage on the Trojans during the initial attack by the Greek Army.

It also has a sequence where the few surviving Trojans escape to Mount Ida.

The only thing i didn't like in the Director's Cut was the scene depicting the soldiers raping women and murdering babies.

This one is a good example of a sword n sandal movie but there is no tension or suspense.

The best scene is the fight sequence between Hector n Achilles along with a superb background music.