Clash of the Titans (1981)

Clash of the Titans (1981) is a mythic, old‑school sword-and-sandal adventure following Perseus (Harry Hamlin), the mortal son of Zeus (Laurence Olivier), as he rises from exile to face gods, monsters and fate itself to save the beautiful Princess Andromeda (Judi Bowker). After angering the sea goddess Thetis (Maggie Smith) and her vengeful son Calibos (Neil McCarthy), Perseus is sent on a desperate quest: he must seek out the horrific Medusa and bring back her head — the only weapon capable of stopping the world-devouring Kraken and rescuing Andromeda. Along the way he receives divine gifts, teams up with the winged Pegasus, and fights a series of spectacular set pieces that test his courage and destiny. Watching the film is a rollercoaster of heroic action, romance and mythic spectacle: expect swashbuckling sword fights, daring rescues, and memorable monster encounters (including the iconic Medusa and the Kraken) brought to life with classic stop‑motion effects and theatrical production design. The tone mixes earnest heroism with a touch of camp and old‑fashioned epic grandeur — nostalgic special effects and a rousing score give the movie a timeless, fairy‑tale quality. If you enjoy larger-than-life mythology, practical effects craftsmanship, and a straightforward hero’s journey, Clash of the Titans delivers an entertaining, dramatic ride.

Actors: Laurence Olivier, Harry Hamlin, Claire Bloom

Director: Desmond Davis

Runtime: 118 min

Genres: Action, Adventure, Family

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