Hercules has gone on many legendary journeys in his time, but sitting for two hours in the makeup chair isn't one you hear much about. However, that's what it takes to bring the warrior to the big screen in The Legend of Hercules, according to an interview with Celebuzz that took place during Kellan Lutz's daily, two-hour session to prepare for The Legend of Hercules.

No, they're not trying to pretty-up the actor, instead, the artists are doing their best to accurately place the scars earned on screen and cover up the ones that result from the battles. Check out the full video for yourself:

Directed by Renny Harlin, The Legend of Hercules also stars Gaia Weiss, Scott Adkins, Roxanne McKee, Lian Garrigan, Liam McIntyre and Jonathon Schaech. The film opens Jan. 10.