THE TROJAN HORSE at HOLLYWOOD TEEN MOVIES

"The Trojan Horse" Video Synopsis:
In the tenth year of The Trojan War, Aeneas, and Paris succeed the slain Hector as commanders of the Trojan army. Opposing them is Ulysses, who has devised a stratagem which will get his men inside the insurmountable Trojan Walls. One hundred thousand men sail 1186 ships to rescue one woman. It ends with the most famous "trick" in the annals of warfare.

"The Trojan Horse" Tony's Comments:
In 1962, after a number of strongman films such as "Hercules", "Goliath And the Barbarians" and "The Giant Of Marathon", the mighty Steve Reeves was at the peak of his popularity and he could pick and choose the roles that he wanted. In the lavish costume epic "The Trojan Horse", (also known as "La, Guerra di Troia") we see Steve in a much more serious role. This film places more emphasis on drama and history and Steve plays a hero of a different kind. He is not a "Hercules" or a "Goliath" but an ordinary solider with high ideals. Steve plays Aeneas, one of the commanders of the Trojan Army who vows to save the city of Troy from the Greeks. Filmed on location in France, Yugoslavia and Italy, "The Trojan Horse" features some exciting battle sequences, high production values and some colourful cinematography by Rino Filipponi. Unfortunately "The Trojan Horse" occasionally suffers from small bouts of Reeve's absence, but when he is on-screen, Steve's presence lifts the film and allows the exciting tale to come to life. One of the film's most memorable moments is an excellent one on one fight between Steve Reeves and Mimmo Palmara (Steve's nemesis from Hercules). Also, it is interesting to see an unusual reworking of the Ulysses character (the villain of the piece) played with menace by John Drew Barrymore (father of Drew Barrymore). Like Hollywood's "Helen Of Troy" (1956), "The Trojan Horse" is yet another re-telling of the famous story, but this time with Steve Reeves on board, the tale about the giant wooden horse is given a new dimension. "The Trojan Horse" was even popular enough for the producers to call Steve back for the dramatic sequel and conclusion to the tale "The Avenger" (1962).

Hercules Unchained [DVD](1960) DVD
Steve Reeves returns as the mighty Hercules in another saga of muscles, maidens and monsters. Robbed of his memory, Herc is a prisoner of the lovely Queen of Lidia and must compete in the Contest of Giants for his freedom. 95 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed) Dolby Digital mono. Dubbed in English.
The Avenger [DVD](1962) DVD
The majestically muscular Steve Reeves slings a lot of bull (literally) in this action-filled tale of a fight for freedom between Etruscan slavedrivers and oppressed Trojans. The bull stampede is not to be missed. AKA: "The Last Glory of Troy," "War of the Trojans." 100 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed). Plays All Regions. Dubbed in English.
Sandokan, Pirate Of Malaysia [DVD](1964) DVD
In this rarely seen sequel to his title turn in 1963's "Sandokan the Great," Steve Reeves returns as the heroic East Asian privateer, helping a deposed rajah regain his throne from a greedy British officer. With Jacqueline Sassard, Mimmo Palmara; directed by "Sandokan the Great" helmer Umberto Lenzi. AKA: "Sandokan and the Pirates of Malaysia," "Pirates of Malasia." 106 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed). Dubbed in English.
Hercules [DVD](1958) DVD
The original "swords, sandals and sweat" spectacle stars Steve Reeves as the muscular Greek demigod who asks to be made mortal so he can share in the adventures of humans. Herc's earthly exploits include falling in love with a beautiful princess (Sylva Koscina) and going on a perilous journey with Jason in search of the Golden Fleece. 107 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed) Dolby Digital mono. Dubbed in English.
Hercules (1958)/Hercules Unchained [DVD](1960) DVD
The original "swords, sandals and sweat" spectacle "Hercules" stars Steve Reeves as the muscular Greek demigod who asks to be made mortal so he can share in the adventures of humans. Herc's earthly exploits include falling in love with a beautiful princess (Sylva Koscina) and going on a perilous journey with Jason in search of the Golden Fleece. Then, Reeves returns as the mighty hero in "Hercules Unchained," a saga of muscles, maidens and monsters. Robbed of his memory, Herc is a prisoner of the lovely Queen of Lidia and must compete in the Contest of Giants for his freedom. 3 1/3 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed) mono; biographies; photo gallery; poster gallery; trailers. Dubbed in English.
Goliath And The Barbarians (1959)/Goliath And The Vampires [DVD](1963) DVD
He's colossal! He's stupendous! He looks an awful lot like Hercules! But this time, Steve Reeves plays strongman Emeliano (Americanized to "Goliath") in "Goliath and the Barbarians," and proves a worthy adversary to the brutes responsible for razing his village and killing his father. Bruce Cabot, Giulia Rubini co-star. AKA: "Terror of the Barbarians." Next, former Tarzan Gordon Scott plays daring gladiator hero Maciste (again, changed to "Goliath") in the Italian-made spectacle "Goliath and the Vampires," in which he battles a bloodsucking mastermind who turns slaves into zombies. With Gianna Maria Canale. AKA: "The Vampires." Widescreen; Soundtrack: English (dubbed); photo gallery; theatrical trailers. Dubbed in English.
Terror Of The Barbarians (Goliath And The Barbarians) [DVD](1959) DVD
There's swords and sandals aplenty in this classic actioner starring Steve Reeves as a man bent on getting revenge against the evil barbarians who were responsible for his father's murder. Enlisting the help of his followers, he embarks on a stunning mission of vengeance. With Chelo Alonso, Bruce Cabot, Giulia Rubini. 82 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English (dubbed); theatrical trailer. Dubbed in English.
The Trojan Horse [DVD](1961) DVD
Muscles, mythology and history mix in this exciting epic starring Steve Reeves as Aeneas, a Greek warrior who battles leader Paris, tries to find his kidnapped, pregnant wife Creusa and joins fellow fighters in the famous Trojan Horse. With John Drew Barrymore, Juliette Mayniel, and Mimmo Palmara. AKA: "The Trojan War." 105 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English (dubbed). Dubbed in English.