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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: Hallmark
EAN: 0707729174554
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, NTSC
Label: Lions Gate
Manufacturer: Lions Gate
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Lions Gate
Region Code: 1
Release Date: September 06, 2005
Running Time: 127 minutes
Sales Rank: 18082
Studio: Lions Gate
Theatrical Release Date: 2005
Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Hallmark Hercules
As Alcmene (Elizabeth Perkins, FindingNemo), Princess of Thebes, awaits the return of her husband Amphitryon (Timothy Dalton) from war, the viruous bride falls victim to the licentious Zeus and finds herself carrying the great god's child. Born Hercules (Paul Telfer, Spartacus), the strapping lad is rejected by his mother, envied by his brother Iphicles, and loathed by Zeus's wife Hera. Unbeknownst to Hercules, his wife the priestessMegara and her sons are merely tools of the vengeful Hera, plotting against him and initiating events that lead to banishment from his people.
Amazon.com:
Hercules is the enjoyable, full-length version of a truncated television miniseries starring Scots actor Paul Telfer in a revisionist telling of the mythical Greek hero's life. Reputed to be the son of Zeus and Hera-worshipping priestess Alcmene (Elizabeth Perkins), Hercules is born a fraternal twin but half-brother to Iphicles (Luke Ford), son of Amphitryon (Timothy Dalton). Though he is raised under the latter's protection and counsel, Hercules has an unrelenting streak of bad luck that finds him accused of murder, rape, and the killing of his own children. With such a black cloud hanging over him, Hercules seeks redemption through his famous Labors. Sean Astin, Leelee Sobieski, and Leeanna Walsman co-star in a complex story of intrigue, revenge, and hope, full of gleaming swords and fairly good special effects, including a passable centaur and multi-headed hydra. Written by Charles Edward Pogue (Dragonheart). --Tom Keogh
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Hercules
Case in good condition - DvD not scratched - Slow shipping, but otherwise happy with purchase
Rating:  - Overly long and droll
I love watching anything regarding mythology but this was a horrendous mini-series. To start with, most importantly and most noticably, the editing is AWFUL. Its all over the place and clearly noticable. It jumps way too much and you have to sort of get your bearings and remember what you just watched 2 seconds ago. It is very distracting and perhaps the most negative aspect about this mini-series. Secondly, the acting was, at times, cringe-worthy. I don't understand how a film with well-known accomplished ... Read More
Rating:  - Too much editing for an otherwise great movie
I actually saw part of this movie on the Sci-Fi Channel and thought it was a very unique re-interpretation of the Greek myth. The casting and acting, while not first class, were overall very well done and I was surprised that I actually enjoyed it tremendously and wanted to own the DVD. However, I do not understand they decide to issue an abridged version on the DVD, cutting out numerous scenes that are integral part of the story. Otherwise, I would give this a 5 stars. Try to catch the un-abridged series ... Read More
Rating: - Mythological Heroes
Im a big fan of mythological people this will go great along side of Clash of the Titans. I especially like Leelee Sobieski's character she is smokin HOTTTTT!!!!!
Rating: - Fantastic!
Snooty, elitist snobs can say that this is a "butchered" version. One reviewer said NO version did the legends justice. That's ridiculous. Have you people not heard of entertainment for entertainment's sake? Every movie doesn't have to be an Oscar or Emmy contender. I loved the cast, loved the storytelling...even the special effects were less cheesey than the normal made-for-TV fare. I loved it!
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