Hercules [G]

In ancient Greece there was an extraordinary hero named Hercules who set out to prove to the world that he is a true hero. In this animated Disney classic, ancient history never looked so good.

"Zero to hero just like that."

I remember going to see this movie in the cinemas when I was like 8 or something and even now, as a 20 year old, it still has me laughing and singing along.

Hades, God of the Underworld, has a plan to topple Zeus and take over Olympus. But the birth of Zeus's son Hercules changes Hades' plans. After consulting with the Fates and learning that Hercules is a threat to his hostile take-over attack, Hades has the baby's immortality taken away by making him drink a potion that would turn him mortal and make him easier to kill. However, Hercules does not drink the entire potion and still keeps his God-like strength. Now, in order to be re-united with his mother and father, Hercules has to prove himself a true hero. But this is going to be more challenging than he ever imagined.

Another triumph for Disney. With original songs, classic characters and a very funny script, Hercules was a wonderful movie that I have gone back to time and time again.

I have to draw attention to the fact that James Woods does of the voice of Hades and he is absolutely hysterical. From literally burning with rage to having his face punched in by Hercules, Hades has to be my favourite Disney villain. He has all the best lines and he provides the sophisticated comic relief that makes this movie entertaining for adults as well as kids. Hercules also features the voice talents of Rip Torn as Zeus and Danny DeVito as the satyr Phil, both very funny in their own way.

With original songs, ancient Greek mythology, action, and romance, Hercules is another classic Disney movie with something for the whole family to enjoy.