Released by Warner Brothers on April 2, 2010, Clash of the Titans tells the perilous tale of Perseus, the half-mortal son of the Greek God Zeus who embarks on a journey to fulfill his fate. For years, movies with mythological themes have been popular with action-seeking audiences, not only for the exciting storyline but for the elaborate costuming bringing the characters to life. In Clash of the Titans, Academy Award winning costume designer Lindy Hemming brings her finesses for detail to the elaborate clothing worn in this epic film.
Thanks to Clash of the Titians, Greek god, goddess and monster costumes are sure to see a revival for Halloween this year. The protagonist, Perseus, will be a favorite character to emulate due to his handsome and heroic efforts to stop the underworld and its minions from ruining the heavens and Earth alike - and of course, to get the girl of his dreams, Andromedia.
An old-school Perseus costume can be created with a basic Greek God costume consisting of a scarlet toga, sword and shaggy brown hair similar to the look actor Harry Hamlin brought to the character back in the 1981 film version of the myth. However, the Perseus costume in the recent movie remake has a much different style. Actor Sam Worthington sports an almost shaved head and wears a costume that more resembles the garments worn by Roman Gladiators, not Greek Gods.
Those looking to put together Clash of the Titan or Perseus Halloween costumes, a metal skirt topped with breastplate armor should be paired with a sword and oversized shield for the big screen silhouette. Metal and leather arm cuffs and sandals with shin guards complete the battle-ready look. While there are not currently licensed Clash of the Titan's costumes on the market as of yet, a Gladiator costume similar to the costumes worn in the movie 300 will suffice. Oh, and the severed, snake-haired head of the evil Medusa will make a gruesome costume accessory!
Todd Denning
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