Orlando Bloom's experience with the movie Troy was far from enjoyable, as he recently revealed in an interview. Despite the film's popularity among fans, Bloom struggled to connect with his character, Paris, in the historical epic. He expressed his disdain for the role, stating that it went against everything he believed in.
Troy, directed by Wolfgang Peterson in 2004, narrates the Greeks' assault on the city in 1250 BC. The star-studded cast included Brad Pitt, Diane Kruger, Peter O’Toole, Sean Bean, Eric Bana, and Brian Cox. However, Bloom's reluctance to embrace his character's persona overshadowed the film's success.
Although Troy grossed an impressive $497.4 million worldwide, it faced mixed reviews from critics. While audiences appreciated the grandeur of the production, some criticized its emotional depth. The screenplay, penned by David Benioff, was faulted for attempting to cover too much ground in the Trojan War narrative.
Even Brad Pitt, Bloom's co-star, admitted his reservations about the film's storytelling approach. Pitt confessed that he felt constrained within the movie's frame and was dissatisfied with how the story unfolded.
Despite the cast's reservations, Troy remains a cinematic spectacle even two decades later. The film's availability for streaming on AMC+ allows viewers to revisit this epic tale of ancient warfare.
