Achilles (1995): Cast
Achilles is a 1995 short animated drama directed by Barry JC Purves, starring Derek Jacobi as Narrator, David Holt and Simon Green. It runs 11 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 11 min
- Director
- Barry JC Purves
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Bareboards Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Achilles About?
The premise of Achilles without spoilers.
With the loss of Patroclus (his undeclared male lover), Greek warrior Achilles returns to the Trojan War.
Achilles Themes & Keywords
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- gay love
- homoerotism
- gay kiss
- sexual tension
- gay sex
- reference to achilles' heel
- gay soldier
- achilles character
- troy
- patroclus character
- trojan war
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- claymation
- stop motion animation
- stop motion
- puppet animation
- one word title
- name in title
- achilles' heel
- comrade in arms
- death of lover
- arrow
- spear
- impalement
- homosexual love
- armor
- ancient troy
- greek tragedy
- petroclus
- greek mythology
- gay interest
- independent film
- character name in title
Achilles Cast & Characters
Derek Jacobi leads the cast as Narrator, with David Holt and Simon Green. Directed by Barry JC Purves; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Barry JC Purves
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Derek Jacobi as Narrator -
David Holt - Simon Green
- Tim Morgan
More from Barry JC Purves
More films directed by Barry JC Purves: Hamilton Mattress and Screen Play.
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Movies Like Achilles
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Fury of Achilles, Polyphemus, Acis and Galatea and Troy.
Achilles FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Achilles, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Achilles?
Achilles runs 11 minutes.
When was Achilles released?
Achilles was released on August 31, 1995.
Who directed Achilles?
Achilles was directed by Barry JC Purves.
More films by Barry JC Purves Who is in the cast of Achilles?
Achilles stars Derek Jacobi as Narrator, David Holt and Simon Green, among 4 credited actors.
Does Achilles have a post-credit scene?
No. Achilles has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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