: A local rebel group seeking freedom from oppression.
Released before Leone revolutionized cinema with his "Spaghetti Westerns," this film stars as Darios, an Athenian war hero visiting the island of Rhodes in 280 BC. While the island celebrates the completion of the massive Colossus statue—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—Darios becomes entangled in political turmoil. Plot & Themes subtitle The.Colossus.of.Rhodes.1961.720p.BluRa...
: Some editions feature a "Criterion-level" commentary by Leone biographer Christopher Frayling , providing deep insight into Leone's early career. Critical Reception : A local rebel group seeking freedom from oppression
Critics often view it as a "better than average" epic of its era. While some note that the acting can be stiff and the plot convoluted, the film is praised for its impressive set designs and the early glimpses of Leone’s visual style. The Colossus of Rhodes (Blu-ray) Plot & Themes : Some editions feature a
: Releases typically include a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track.
: Phoenician conspirators working with a duplicitous minister to seize control of the island.
