This episode does not feature Kevin Sorbo as Hercules at all. Instead, the whole story is based around Iolaus. This is just fine, as Michael Hurst is more than able to carry an episode on his own. (Hercules is said to be visiting his half-brother Iphicles, whose wife has just had a baby).
What's more, it showcases the successful pairing of Iolaus and Aphrodite. I wasn't too sure about Aphrodite in her debut episode, the second season's 'The Apple', but beyond the rather forced 'modern speak', maybe the character isn't so bad. (And I've come to re-evaluate 'The Apple' slightly since reviewing it).
Thing set out with Aphrodite becoming bored of being the Goddess of Love, and giving it up as she searches for a new 'gig'. With no Goddess of Love, women are left fighting with their partners. However, this plot is rather awkwardly forgotten pretty much, as the plot about Hephaestus and the time warp town takes over.
Alexandra Tydings shows her flair for comedy as Aphrodite tries out new images and I have to say, she looks quite good in that female Hercules outfit!
This episode is silly, but enjoyable enough in itself. The only niggle I have is that there are three plots that awkwardly collide the aforementioned woman and men arguing, Hephaestus longing for Aphrodite's love, and the town stuck in a time warp. All three of these plot strands are interesting enough, but I felt they collided with each other a bit too much, blurring them and not making them as clear as a result.moreless
EDIT
Episode Summary
Hephaestus, the god of fire, secretly pined for Aphrodite. His devious assistant. Iagos, hatched a plan to give Hephaestus a substitute for Aphrodite in return for a powerful bronze shield. Iagos went to retrieve Leandra, a beautiful mortal who rejected Hephaestus 50 years earlier, prompting the god of fire to place her in suspended animation. Aphrodite, who had recently decided to give up matchmaking, went with Iolaus to Leandra's rescue. Iolaus destroyed Iagos and revealed he was Leandra's grandson. Meanwhile, sparks flew between Hephaestus and Aphrodite, who resumed her duties as goddess of love.moreless
Watch Online
-
Michael Hurst O.N.Z.M.
Iolaus
-
Alexandra Tydings
Aphrodite
-
Bill Urale
Henchman #1
Trivia, Notes, Quotes and Allusions
See All-
Trivia
ADD TRIVIA- When Aphrodite decides to bag the Love gig, she tries out music, hunting, wisdom, and Hercules' job as a hero before going back to being the Goddess of Love. Edit
-
Notes
ADD NOTES- Disclaimer: No metal panthers were tarnished during the production of this motion picture. When polishing your metal animals, remember to use salt and lemon. Edit
- The bust of Aphrodite in this episode appears later in two Xena episodes. In "The Quill is Mightier", it appears in one of Aphrodite's temples in tribute to her. But it also appears in "Lost Mariner" as the "Lost Bust of Athena". Edit
- This is the first episode to feature Michael Hurst's name on the opening credits. Previously, he had been credited in episode. His name appears from now on on the opening credits for all episodes that Iolaus appears in. Edit
-
Quotes
ADD QUOTES- Iolaus: (When Aphrodite says she's quitting being the Goddess of Love) Aphrodite, people depend on you! Don't you realize the enormous implications of what you've done?! This is going to have sad consequences, tragic repercussions! Besides, I got a week off! Edit
- Aphrodite: Sweet cheeks, call me irresponsible. Iolaus: You're irresponsible! Aphrodite: Cool. Edit
- Aphrodite: (After Iolaus shows her how to use a bow) That rocks! I have a personal trainer! Right on. Edit
-
Allusions
ADD ALLUSIONS- The title of this episode references the 1934 movie Death Takes a Holiday, starring Fredric March as Death, who decides to disguise himself as a prince and live as a mortal. Edit
- The marriage of Hephaestus and Aphrodite was arranged by Zeus; some versions of the myth say Zeus wanted her to marry so the other gods wouldn't fight over her, and found Hephaestus to be the most unfaltering. In another version, Hephaestus was given Aphrodite in exchange for releasing Hera after capturing her in revenge. In any case, Aphrodite resented the arrangement, and she had many affairs, most notably with Ares, through which they gave birth to Eros (who followed his mother), and the twins Deimos and Phobos (who followed their father). Other love affairs were with Dionysus and Hermes. She also had a few mortal lovers, such as Adonis. Edit
- In the episode, Hephaestus says, "If Zeus had been my father, maybe my life would be different." There are varying versions of Hephaestus' birth in Greek mythology. Some say he is the product of Hera and Zeus, but others say he was solely a product of Hera, who chose to create him without Zeus out of jealousy of Zeus' giving birth to Athena without her. Edit
Show Forums
Add a Topic
See All
Last Activity
Replies
-
What's your favorite Hercules episode
10/22/117
-
hercule season five question theory
04/19/112
-
Claire Stansfield/Alti was in Hercules?!
10/08/102
-
Actor Glenn Shadix passes away
09/08/102
-
Massive Xena and Hercules Database!
08/09/101
-
Full Circle
S 6 : Ep 8
-
A Wicked Good Time
S 6 : Ep 7
-
City of the Dead
S 6 : Ep 6
-
Hercules, Tramps & Thieves
S 6 : Ep 5
Related Shows
Season 3 Episodes
See AllEp 22
Atlantis
Ep 21
A Rock and a Hard Place
Ep 19
The End of the Beginning
Ep 19
End of the Beginning
Ep 18
Reign of Terror
Ep 17
Les Contemptibles
Ep 16
The Lost City
Ep 15
Judgment Day
Ep 14
When a Man Loves a Woman
Ep 13
Encounter
Ep 12
Surprise
Ep 11
Long Live the King
Ep 9
A Star to Guide Them
Ep 8
Prince Hercules
Ep 7
The Green-Eyed Monster
Ep 6
Monster Child in the Promi...
Ep 5
Not Fade Away
Ep 4
Mummy Dearest
Ep 3
Love Takes a Holiday
Ep 2
Doomsday
Ep 2
War Bride
Ep 1
Mercenary
Ep 1
The Lady and the Dragon
-
gabfan31 EDITOR
User Score: 2831
-
BuffyAnneLove TRUSTED
User Score: 2068
-
misstrious
User Score: 202
-
ksmith2208
User Score: 186
-
Jay-Spacedust
User Score: 155
-
crtoddity
User Score: 86
-
SirStack
User Score: 84
-
trfan
User Score: 62
-
TimDrakeRobin
User Score: 43
-
ilovedb
User Score: 38
More
Less
