Achilles in Troy

Once again, results of googling Brad Pitt and Troy mainly include sites revolving around how to get a body like his in the movie. This constant focus on Brad Pitt's body supports the fact that his star image was built mainly on his sex appeal. In his armor costume for Troy, Brad Pitt is more covered up than in previous screen shots from movies like Thelma and Louise and Fight Club, but his sex appeal and the emphasis on his body is still strong. By revealing more arms and legs, rather than abs, Brad Pitt's sexy star image continues to grow. In this screen shot, Brad Pitt is poised for battle, crouching with a sword in one hand and a giant shield on his back. This positioning emphasizes his intensity, kind of daring anyone to challenge his masculinity. Even in elaborate costume in a movie that was nominated for an Oscar for its costume design, Brad Pitt develops a young star image that goes beyond the costume. He is not hampered by the costume, but pushes through to maintain his young and sexy image.