Modern Umbrella in Ancient Troy

Despite mixed critical reception, the 2004 epic “Troy” attracted a huge box office draw. One notable oversight that’s been caught involves Paris and Helen riding through the streets beneath an umbrella to shield them from the sun. However, This type of umbrella wasn’t invented until the 5th century BCE by the Greeks, 800 years after the fall of Troy.

Such umbrellas were not part of Trojan life during the 12th century BCE. This small historical slip adds an amusing detail for those with a keen eye for period accuracy, highlighting the challenges of depicting ancient times accurately in modern filmmaking.