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Hercules Unchained (1959)

5.019591h 38mIT
FantasyAction

Directed by Pietro Francisci

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

1h 38m

Language

IT

Release

February 14, 1959

Director

Pietro Francisci

Official Trailer

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Overview

En route to Thebes for an important diplomatic mission, Hercules drinks from a magic spring and loses his memory. He spends most of the movie in the pleasure gardens of Queen Omphale of Lydia. While young Ulysses tries to help him regain his memory, political tensions escalate in Thebes, and Hercule...

Cast

Steve Reeves

Steve Reeves

Ercole (Hercules)

Sylva Koscina

Sylva Koscina

Iole, bride of Ercole

Sylvia Lopez

Sylvia Lopez

Queen Onfale, of Lidia

Gabriele Antonini

Gabriele Antonini

Ulisse, son of Laertes

Primo Carnera

Primo Carnera

Anteo, the giant

Patrizia Della Rovere

Patrizia Della Rovere

Penelope

Sergio Fantoni

Sergio Fantoni

Eteocle

Fulvia Franco

Fulvia Franco

Anticlea

Carlo D'Angelo

Carlo D'Angelo

Creonte, High Priest of Thebes

Marisa Valenti

Marisa Valenti

Blond Slave Girl

Mimmo Palmara

Mimmo Palmara

Polinice

Elda Tattoli

Elda Tattoli

Altmea - Mother of Ulisses' Girlfriend

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Hercules Unchained (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

En route to Thebes for an important diplomatic mission, Hercules drinks from a magic spring and loses his memory. He spends most of the movie in the pleasure gardens of Queen Omphale of Lydia. While young Ulysses tries to help him regain his memory, political tensions escalate in Thebes, and Hercules' new wife Iole finds herself in mortal danger.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Hercules Unchained. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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