For some film critics, the epic genre must have at least three requisite characters, all beginning with V: Vamp, Virgin, and Villain.
In The Silver Chalice, the historical epic that features Paul Newman’s screen acting debut, these three roles are played by Virginia Mayo, Pierre Angeli, and Jack Palance.
Movie Genres: Historical Epic–Basic Elements and Characters
For some film critics, the epic genre must have at least three requisite characters, all beginning with V: Vamp, Virgin, and Villain.
In The Silver Chalice, the historical epic that features Paul Newman’s screen acting debut, these three roles are played by Virginia Mayo, Pierre Angeli, and Jack Palance.