Based upon Homer's story of the Trojan War as recounted in the epic poem of Iliad, this film presents the story of the abduction of the beautiful Helen, wife of Spartan King Menelaus, by Paris of Troy, triggering a long war. Filmed in exotic locations with an international cast, and featuring state-of-the-art special effects, "Helen of Troy" depicts one of the greatest battles ever recorded, to win the love of the world's most beautiful woman.