As a Greek, I’ve always been proud of our rich mythology full of fascinating gods, epic heroes, and timeless stories. But every time Hollywood makes a movie based on Greek mythology, I can’t help but feel disappointed.
It’s like they take 20% of the actual mythology and then mix it with random stuff that doesn’t make any sense! They ignore the depth of the original stories and instead focus on flashy action scenes or add characters and events that feel completely out of place.
Greek mythology isn’t just about battles and drama; it’s about complex relationships, morality, and the interplay between humans and the divine. Yet, Hollywood often oversimplifies or changes it to fit their version of what they think will sell.
Don’t get me wrong. I get that adaptations need creative freedom. But as a Greek, it’s hard to watch when they twist something so meaningful into something that feels unrecognizable.
What do you think? Have you noticed this too? Or am I just being too picky because of my connection to the culture?
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You think establishment Hollywood gets this wrong, you should read the hundreds of pitches and scripts I have seen that do this! And yes, everyone wants to mix it up with some other unrelated mythology - which is a mistake so common we have a shorthand name for it: "double mumbo jumbo." Greek mythology is a "canon" just like Marvel superheroes or Star Wars. You wouldn't stick Yoda into an Avengers movie would you? No, you'd want to explore all the possible storylines and emotional connections within the Avengers universe. If you're Greek and you get this, for Zeus' sake, write something good!
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Hey Maurice Vaughan Thank you so much correcting me I pretty sure I'll do few mistakes until completely understand the stage 32 lounges
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Anna Marton Henry You absolutely right and I think something that I notice is that hollywood dosent really cast greeks for greek base mythology movies. Hopefully one day my script will come to reality. Pray to Zeus for that !