Clash of the Titans

1) Who are the Titans?

The Titans are the rulers of the world who are defeated by the three Olympians; Hades, Poseidon and Zeus.

2) Are the any interesting motifs you see frequently appearing (Eg. Lightning bolts)? How do you interpret their meaning? Can you name a modern version, of this motif, used today?

The lightening bolt is seen frequently in the film, along with wings, meander pattern and the ocean/sky. The wings symbolize flight, freedom and allude to the idea of being within reach of the gods.
The meander is a repeated motif and represents infinity and unity, which is a theme throughout the film. This motif became most well known as it was used on a design for a paper coffee cup in New York. It was made to appeal to Greek owners of coffee shops, yet later became known as New York’s coffee-to-go cup.
The lightening bolt symbolizes the connection of man and the gods; the lightening bolt descends from the sky where the gods live and connects to the earth where man lives. It demonstrates strength and power, and in Australian culture it is associated with the Port Adelaide football team.

3) Is your Greek character in the movie? If so, does the film's interpretation match your research?

My Greek character is not in the film, however Perseus is Hercules brother and many of his characteristics and adventures are similar to Hercules. Perseus and Hercules both possess unnatural strength and the story of how they are both conceived is very similar.

4) Are any of the characters, in the movie, related (Eg. a mother or father, wife or husband, brother or sister) to your Greek myth? If so, how?

Perseus is Hercules brother, and Zeus is Hercules father. Apollo appears in the film briefly and he is also Hercules’ brother.

5) Is there a constellation of stars named after your Greek character?

Hercules is said to have been completing his tenth labour when he prayed to his father Zeus for help. This is how Hercules is seen in his constellation.

6) How is Medusa killed? Does your Greek character have a weakness?

Medusa is killed by Perseus, he cuts her head off after the Djin has self spontaneously combusted causing Medusa to be caught off guard. Perseus uses the reflection from his shield to avoid making eye contact with Medusa as this would cause him to turn to stone.