Wow, I recently dove into this Clash of the Titans comic, based on that classic 1981 film with Harry Hamlin as Perseus. Honestly, it totally blew me away! In my opinion, it’s a straight-up comic masterpiece that made me realize I either totally forgot the movie or maybe never really got it in the first place. The storytelling is insanely impressive, with artwork that jumps off the page making the entire ancient Greek adventure feel so alive.
This “Clash of the Titans” comic is billed as “Gods, Mortals, Beasts… The Illustrated Adaptation of the Film Spectacle,” and that’s exactly what you can expect when reading this awe-inspiring 62-page Greek mythology comic.
Clash of the Titans: Comic Book Story Review
The Clash of the Titans comic adventure begins with a bird flying toward Olympus. After landing in the gods’ realm, it transforms into Poseidon, the sea god himself.
Poseidon has showed up to deliver some heavy news — an atrocity committed by King Acrisius of Argos. The king’s maniacal enough to put his daughter Danae and her child into a box and toss them out to sea. Zeus is furious when he hears this because the kid is his son, and he’s not about to let that slide.
Zeus orders Poseidon to land Danae and her son safely on shore, but things get darker fast. He’s totally furious at Acrisius for his cruelty, so he commands Poseidon to raise hell — stir up the winds and the sea to wipe out Argos. Zeus even orders the release the Kraken, the last of the Titans, to make sure the punishment is epic.
That’s how this Clash of the Titans comic based on the movie gets started — with gods, monsters, and all kinds of mythic chaos. It’s an epic adventure that really pulls you in and is totally worth checking out. And if it’s been a while since you saw the movie, don’t be surprised if this feels like a whole new experience.
After finishing the Clash of the Titans comic, I couldn’t resist diving into the classic 1981 film right away. The comic had sparked my curiosity about how much of the story was actually based on the movie. At first, I was struck by how different the two seemed — yet, after I watched the film again, I was amazed to discover that they were actually quite closely aligned.
The most striking difference? The Kraken in the film looked far more ferocious and savage compared to its comic counterpart. Honestly, in the comic, the Kraken doesn’t seem at all scary. It looks more like a sickly cat than a terrifying sea monster!
Here’s an interesting fact I learned: I had always believed the Kraken was merely a monstrous sea creature in Clash of the Titans, but it turns out it’s actually a Titan! Both the comic and the film reveal this, though the movie doesn’t feature characters shouting “Great Zeus, protect us!” like you see in the comic. These kinds of differences give each story its own unique feel and spin on how the story unfolds.
The portrayal of Calibos and the events leading to his severe punishment are exceptionally well-crafted in this Clash of the Titans comic. Honestly, I had completely forgotten about Calibos — a character transformed into a monstrous figure by Zeus, much like Athena’s transformation of Medusa. In my opinion, the comic offers a more compelling and detailed explanation of his story — much better than what the movie presented.
Believe it or not, Calibos was once a handsome young man loved by Princess Andromeda… his tragic downfall and the pity he evokes adds a deep layer of complexity to the story.
Perseus is the main hero in Clash of the Titans, and is the son of Zeus and Danae. One day, he sneaks over to visit Andromeda, wearing this incredible helmet that makes him invisible. As soon as he sees her stunning beauty, he’s completely smitten. But here’s the crazy part — he actually sees her soul leaving her body while she’s asleep! Out of nowhere, a giant vulture swoops onto her balcony, carrying a cage. Andromeda climbs into it, and the huge bird flies off with her.
Perseus manages to follow Andromeda on another soul journey of hers, riding his trusty winged horse, Pegasus. The comic makes you feel like you’re right there with Perseus, following Andromeda through the sky. It’s like you’re along for the adventure!
In Clash of the Titans, Perseus and his unwavering companions end up going on treacherous journey filled with peril at every turn. Their ultimate quest: to save Andromeda from a brutal sacrifice to the monstrous Kraken.
Things went from bad to worse after her mother, Cassiopeia, boldly claimed her daughter’s beauty was greater than that of the divine Thetis. This sparked instant divine fury, triggering the need for a desperate rescue mission.
To save Andromeda, Perseus must devise a daring plan to destroy the ancient, awe-inspiring Titan beast. For any such hope, he first has to locate the elusive three Stygian witches — mysterious sisters sharing a single, sinister crystal eye. They likely hold the key on how to defeat the Kraken. With cunning and courage, Perseus compels them to reveal the secret. The answer ultimately proves to be Medusa’s head — her petrifying gaze capable of vanquishing the mighty Kraken.
The journey leads Perseus and his fellow heroes beyond the known world, crossing the treacherous River Styx itself.
Perseus: The Hunt For Medusa’s Head is just one thrilling part of this extraordinary Clash of the Titans comic adventure, just like this comic book focusses on. Perseus and his brave allies first confront a terrifying multi-headed hound and soon face off against Medusa. But they’re in for the fight of their lives!
The battle against Medusa within this awesome comic has its own unique take compared to the film, making it a must-see for fans. I won’t reveal any more details, but rest assured, there’s plenty of action remaining in this Clash of the Titans comic book from here.
Clash of the Titans: Comic Review & Rating
I found this Clash of the Titans comic masterfully captures the epic grandeur of the Perseus and Andromeda myth in an imaginative way. It serves as a compelling companion to the classic film, elevating the myth with great storytelling and vivid artwork that immerses you fully in the action. Honestly, it’s a must-read — an exhilarating Greek mythology adventure that will most likely leave you eager to revisit the movie straight after you’ve finished.
I’m giving the Clash of the Titans comic a 9 out of 10 — a truly excellent rating! I’ve only awarded this kind of score to a select few in my extensive reviews on Greek Gods Paradise, so as you can see, it must have greatly impressed me. One major reason is that it genuinely deepened my appreciation for how special the original Clash of the Titans (1981) film was.
The only minor flaw, as I mentioned earlier, was the depiction of the Kraken. If it had been drawn to be much more intimidating and frightening — similar to how it appears in the film — it would have been the icing on the cake!
Nonetheless, this Clash of the Titans comic delivers epic Greek adventure, reminiscent of Heavy Metal’s ULYSSES. This is another fantastic Greek myth comic with creative flair, which I also highly recommend reading. It’s based on Homer’s Odyssey!
One thing’s for sure: there’s no doubt in my mind that the Clash of the Titans comic blows this Jason and the Argonauts Dell comic out of the water, even though the Jason and the Argonauts movie is actually a better film overall.
Clash of the Titans is definitely worth reading. See for yourself how a comic can beautifully complement and enhance a great movie.
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