Welcome to Clash of the Titans: Titans vs. Reboots, the movie podcast where we battle two versions of a movie that’s basically just a bunch of ancient gods, mythical monsters, Claymation and bad CGI.
First, we’ll dive into the 1981 original, which, despite the less-than-ground-breaking special effects, is a classic in every sense of the word. It has Harry Hamlin in a toga and a mechanical owl with a complex personality. In a place where the real monsters were made from clay, puppets, and good old-fashioned craftsmanship.
Then, we’ll compare it to the 2010 remake, where CGI is so powerful it can transform a hero into a CGI superhero with a flick of the wrist—but somehow, it loses all the charm and mystical weirdness of the original. So, grab your medusa mirror, kraken-sized popcorn, and your entirely unnecessary leather sandals because we’re about to clash, mythical style!
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Keywords
Clash of the Titans, Ray Harryhausen, special effects, mythology, film critique, 1981 film, Kraken, Medusa, character development, movie review, Clash of the Titans, mythology, film analysis, character development, CGI effects, remake review, Perseus, Hades, Andromeda, cinematic references
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Pegasus and the Deja Review
01:25 Overview of Clash of the Titans (1981)
02:42 Ray Harryhausen's Special Effects and Legacy
04:04 Critique of Special Effects and Animation Techniques
06:27 Discussion on Calibos and Medusa's Representation
10:11 Character Development and Casting Choices
12:35 Filming Locations and Production Insights
13:33 The Kraken: Design and Mythology
17:29 The Role of the Gods and Olympus
20:51 Bubo and the Use of Side Characters
24:13 Humour and Realism in the Film
29:11 Plot Points and Character Motivations
32:29 Action Figures and Merchandise Discussion
38:10 Mythological Relationships and Film Accuracy
39:23 The Absence of Titans in Clash of the Titans
39:52 Remake Overview: Clash of the Titans (2010)
40:52 Character Analysis: Perseus and Supporting Cast
41:48 Differences in Character Roles and Development
43:15 Hades and the New Mythology
45:11 The Role of Andromeda and Female Characters
46:40 Visual Effects and CGI in the Remake
50:57 Cinematic References and Inspirations
53:21 Character Dynamics and Plot Development
56:12 Religious Zealots and Their Role in the Narrative
01:00:58 Trivia and Fun Facts about the Film
01:04:29 Comparative Analysis of Original vs. Remake
01:08:20 Final Thoughts and Character Comparisons
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