Axis (anatomy) The condition, where the dens is separated from the body of the axis, is called os odontoideum, and may cause nerve and circulation compression syndrome. On its anterior surface is an oval or nearly circular facet for articulation with that on the anterior arch of the atlas. On the back of the neck, and frequently extending on to its lateral surfaces, is a shallow groove for the transverse atlantal ligament which retains the process in position. The apex is pointed, and gives attachment to the apical odontoid ligament; below the apex the process is somewhat enlarged, and presents on either
Atlas in the Land of the Cyclops was released in Italy on March 29, 1961 with a 90 minute running time. It was released in the United States on April 14, 1963 with a 100 minute running time. It has been objected that in spite of the original title there is no "Atlas" to be found in either the Italian nor the English dubbed film version. Atlas in the Land of the Cyclops Atlas in the Land of the Cyclops (Italian: "Maciste nella terra dei ciclopi") is a 1961 Italian film starring Gordon Mitchell and Chelo Alonso. Queen Capys is doomed to a life of slavery by