Hercules (2014) [AKA Rockules!], with Amy Pistone

Movies We Dig: The Ancient World on Film

He's just a Big Guy who does Big Guy things! Joined by special return guest, Amy Pistone, we unpack this true gem of a Greek myth adaptation that's really just a delightful D&D excursion. Starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the titular hero, Hercules, it's no surprise that we all come away loving this quirky film produced at a time when every one else is trying to be gritty with their mytho-historical retellings. All it really needs is one more living-breathing female character and a good heist to make it the greatest film of all time! And maybe drop the random date. Just sayin'.

You can learn more about Amy and her research at https://www.amypistone.com/ or find her on Twitter under the handle @apistone.

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