The conversation surrounding this movie has been somewhat sidetracked by debates about the nature and acceptability of the bond between Alexander (Farrell) and Hephaestion (Leto). It seems misguided to impose modern social standards on a culture where same-sex relationships were simply not considered unusual. Whether their connection was primarily sexual, romantic, or a combination of both isn't really the central is…

Following in the wake of Aristotle’s tutelage (delivered by Christopher Plumber), Alexander, portrayed by Colin Farrell, ascends to the Macedonian throne in 336 BC at age twenty after his father's assassination (Val Kilmer). Over a span of thirteen years, he undertakes and completes conquests of the Persian Empire before venturing into India, ultimately deciding to return. Anthony Hopkins narrates as Ptolemy during h…

Alexander Revisited: The Final Cut. Alexander is directed by Oliver Stone, who co-wrote the screenplay with Christopher Kyle and Laeta Kalogridis. The cast includes Colin Farrell, Val Kilmer, Angelina Jolie, Jared Leto, Anthony Hopkins, Rosario Dawson, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and Christopher Plummer. Vangelis composed the music, and Rodrigo Prieto was the cinematographer. Alexander is a historical epic centered o…

My spouse chose this movie when getting the television listings each week, and it’s fortunate that we didn’t spend a lot on it. I was anticipating a story centered around one of history's most formidable military leaders, however, what unfolded felt like a portrayal of a fragile man who spent much of his time in tears.