Clash of the Titans: Original vs Remake – Which Is Better?

Gods, monsters, and one legendary battle between mythology and modern blockbuster spectacle.In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we venture into the world of Greek mythology to compare the fantasy classic Clash of the Titans, featuring the iconic stop-motion creatures of visual effects legend Ray Harryhausen, with the explosive modern remake Clash of the Titans.The 1981 original became a beloved fantasy adventure thanks to its unforgettable monsters, including Medusa, the Kraken, and Pegasus, all brought to life with Harryhausen’s ground-breaking stop-motion animation. Nearly thirty years later, the 2010 remake reimagined the story with massive CGI battles, darker visuals, and modern blockbuster action.Mart and Trev break down the mythological story, the legendary creatures, the special effects, and the biggest differences between the two films, asking whether the remake improves the epic adventure or if the original still stands as the ultimate clash of gods and monsters.Does the 1981 classic still unleash the Kraken…or does the 2010 remake rule Mount Olympus?Release the Kraken… and let the debate begin.Two long time friends, one podcast.This is The Deja Review.Enjoy the episode and remember to like, follow and tell your friends.As always a massive thank you to Little Foil Fish for our theme tune - ⁠ @LittleFoilFish Mart & TrevSubscribe to our Podcast - ⁠ @TheDejaReview TIMESTAMP00:00 Introduction to Pegasus and the Deja Review01:25 Overview of Clash of the Titans (1981)02:42 Ray Harryhausen's Special Effects and Legacy04:04 Critique of Special Effects and Animation Techniques06:27 Discussion on Calibos and Medusa's Representation10:11 Character Development and Casting Choices12:35 Filming Locations and Production Insights13:33 The Kraken: Design and Mythology17:29 The Role of the Gods and Olympus20:51 Bubo and the Use of Side Characters24:13 Humour and Realism in the Film29:11 Plot Points and Character Motivations32:29 Action Figures and Merchandise Discussion38:10 Mythological Relationships and Film Accuracy39:23 The Absence of Titans in Clash of the Titans39:52 Remake Overview: Clash of the Titans (2010)40:52 Character Analysis: Perseus and Supporting Cast41:48 Differences in Character Roles and Development43:15 Hades and the New Mythology45:11 The Role of Andromeda and Female Characters46:40 Visual Effects and CGI in the Remake50:57 Cinematic References and Inspirations53:21 Character Dynamics and Plot Development56:12 Religious Zealots and Their Role in the Narrative01:00:58 Trivia and Fun Facts about the Film01:04:29 Comparative Analysis of Original vs. Remake01:08:20 Final Thoughts and Character Comparisons#clashofthetitans #ClashOfTheTitans1981 #ClashOfTheTitans2010 #rayharryhausen #greekmythology #FantasyMovies #movieremakes #cultmovies #thedejareview Clash of the Titans remake vs original