Helen: the journey from Sparta to Troy
The story of Helen of Troy can probably never be unravelled. It has both a political and a religious dimension, and has been passed down through a series of literary … Continue reading
Tuesday, 22 September, 2009 · Leave a comment
Goddess, princess, whore: Helen of Troy
I found Bettany Hughes very beautiful and couldn’t take my eyes off her in this program as she explored sources of information about Helen of Troy, a reaction that seems … Continue reading
Tuesday, 22 September, 2009 · Leave a comment
Documentary film: my picks
THE BEST documentary film has all the qualities we appreciate in feature films: drama, excitement, suspense and a vivid appeal to our imagination. Films that content themselves merely with imparting … Continue reading
Wednesday, 1 July, 2009 · 1 Comment
