Unaware of his true lineage, Hercules falls in love with Princess Hebe of Crete. However, he is betrayed by his stepfather, Amphitryon, who favors his own son, Iphicles.
It holds a low score on platforms like IMDb (approx. 4.2/10) and Metacritic.
The film heavily utilizes slow-motion action sequences and CGI, often compared to the aesthetic of the film 300 . Critical Reception Hercules - La leggenda ha inizio
To defeat the tyrannical king and rescue his love, Hercules must eventually embrace his god-like strength and his destiny as the son of Zeus. Production and Cast
Renny Harlin (known for Die Hard 2 and Cliffhanger ). Lead Actors: Kellan Lutz as Hercules. Gaia Weiss as Hebe. Scott Adkins as King Amphitryon. Liam Garrigan as Iphicles. Unaware of his true lineage, Hercules falls in
The film generally received from critics and audiences alike.
(released internationally as The Legend of Hercules ) is a 2014 action-fantasy film directed by Renny Harlin . It serves as an origin story for the mythical Greek hero, blending historical fiction with supernatural elements. Plot Overview Production and Cast Renny Harlin (known for Die
Set in 1200 B.C. Greece, the film follows the rise of Hercules (played by ), the secret son of Queen Alcmene and the god Zeus. Alcmene, weary of her husband King Amphitryon’s bloodlust, conceives Hercules to bring peace to the land.