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Nolan's "The Odyssey" is pointless

The blockbuster director's latest exercise in cinematic spectacle makes Homer feel hollow

Salon

Remembering 'Ulysses 31', the '80s cartoon that transported 'The Odyssey' to outer space

So much more than the earwormiest theme song in the galaxy.

Space

How Does Odysseus Die? What Happens After The Odyssey, Explained

Christopher Nolan's movie has a happy ending, but that's not the whole story.

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'The Odyssey' Ending Explained: How Christopher Nolan’s Most Crucial Change Redefines The Whole Story

'The Odyssey' makes one major change to the Homeric epic that recontextualizes the entire story. But it's not the one you think.

Inverse

Homer’s Odyssey transformed in film and in translation

Letters: Alex Dickie on Uberto Pasolini’s 2024 film, Darryl Accone on differing translations of the Greek original, and Roberto Breña on the excitement around Christopher Nolan’s new version

The Guardian - UK

Mapping the Odyssey – what you should watch, read and listen to this week

I first read the Odyssey at university. I was surprised by how much I loved it considering how old and how blokey it was (blood, war, boys being boys) – not to mention the fact it is 12,109 lines of epic poetry.

The Conversation

I'm obsessed with Greek mythology, so here are 4 games I recommend playing after watching The Odyssey

Yearning for your own Odyssey after watching Nolan's latest? These games will scratch that itch

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‘It was unlike anything I expected’: Fans react to seeing The Odyssey

The blockbuster adapts Homer’s ancient Greek epic about the king of Ithaca’s return home after the Trojan War.

Evening Standard

With The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan Earns His Place as Hollywood's Great Liberal Humanist

It's not woke. It's a rousing analog epic about cracks in the liberal order.

Reason

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey: The Epic Everyone Will Be Debating

Christopher Nolan, playing with time, memory, and morality has always been a hallmark of his work and in The Odyssey, he challenges himself to take on the oldest adventure story in Western literature. The tale of Odysseus' tortured journey back from the wars of Troy written by Homer is a…

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Welcome to ‘The Odyssey summer’: Visit these locations for a blockbuster set-jetting trip

Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer's epic poem is one of the year’s most anticipated new movies. Here we look at The Odyssey’s film locations and the destinations inspiring a blockbuster set-jetting holiday.

Euronews

Quote of the Day from Homer's The Odyssey: 'A man who has suffered much and wandered much has pleasure out of his sorrows' — A timeless lesson on suffering and resilience

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" film release sparks discussions about the ancient poem. Homer's "The Odyssey" explores themes of resilience and loss across millennia. The poem suggests suffering transforms into wisdom and strength over time. Sharing hardships eases emotional burdens and fosters connection among people. This ancient epic continues to captivate…

The Economic Times

‘At times I felt I’d bitten off more than I could chew’: Christopher Nolan on sweeping the Oscars, making The Odyssey – and getting a puppy

How do you follow Oppenheimer? By spending $250m bringing Homer’s epic poem to the big screen in Imax. Today’s most powerful director talks big swings, trauma-bonding and the healing powers of chocolate labrador Charlie

The Guardian - UK

The Odyssey changes: 16 differences between Christopher Nolan's movie and Homer's epic poem

The biggest difference between Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and Homer's poem

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The Conversation

Friday essay: I’ve been reading The Odyssey my whole life. Nolan’s film version is exhilarating – but not perfect

I first read The Odyssey during the summer holidays when I was 15 years old. Parked under the shade of the mulberry tree in our Brisbane backyard, I would read, grab a few mulberries, then read some more, my fingers sometimes staining the pages dark purple. It was a secondhand…

The Conversation

How controlling (and tolling) a narrow waterway near ancient Troy changed history

Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated adaptation of The Odyssey officially opened in theatres this week. It retells Homer’s ancient epic of Odysseus’ journey home from the Trojan war.

The Guardian - UK

‘A masterpiece in every way’: The Odyssey earns near universal acclaim as full reviews published

Christopher Nolan’s epic was given five stars by the Guardian, Independent and Telegraph, while the New York Times called it a ‘monumental adaptation’

The Guardian - UK

A voyage of discovery: an idiot’s guide to reading The Odyssey

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of the ancient Greek epic has sparked a new appetite for an old classic. Here are the translations, podcasts and audiobooks that make the Homeric world more approachable

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Euronews

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The Odyssey’ - An epic but flawed trip to Hades and back

Christopher Nolan follows his Oscar-winning 'Oppenheimer' with his most ambitious undertaking to date: adapting Homer's epic poem to the screen. As impressive as it is, something feels missing...

The Times of India

Archaeologists found a real ancient city in Turkey that may have inspired the story of Troy, but there is still no proof that the Trojan War happened

Recent archaeological excavations at Hisarlik in Turkey have definitively established the historical site of ancient Troy. Findings from these digs include settlements from the Bronze Age, alongside evidence of fire and arrowheads, hinting at possible conflicts in the area. Hittite texts referencing Wilusa, thought to be Troy, further suggest a…

The Independent UK

Need another Odyssey? The best Greek mythology films ever made

THE COUNTDOWN: If Christopher Nolan’s epic adaptation of ‘The Odyssey’ has whet your appetite for more Greek myths and legends on screen, Kevin E G Perry rounds up six of the best examples

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Hesiod: 'Between us and goodness the Gods have placed the sweat of our brows....' Life lessons from the ancient Greek poet that prove success never comes without hard work

Quote of the day by Hesiod: Ancient Greek poet Hesiod's timeless quote emphasizes perseverance and sustained effort. Meaningful accomplishments require significant sacrifice and determination, as the path is difficult. The initial stages of any pursuit can feel demanding and uncertain for individuals. However, overcoming these challenges makes the journey more…

The Economic Times

The Odyssey Real Story: How Greek King Odysseus won the Trojan war but nearly lost everything on his 10-year journey to home

The Odyssey original story summary: Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" brings Homer's ancient epic to the big screen. Odysseus, a Greek king, won the Trojan War with a clever trick. His journey home took ten years, filled with many perilous challenges. Meanwhile, his wife Penelope faced suitors pressuring her to…

The Economic Times

The Odyssey Movie: Meaning, story, runtime and star-studded cast of Christopher Nolan’s epic adaptation

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' movie is set for a July 17 release. The film adapts Homer's ancient Greek epic about Odysseus's journey home. Filming occurred in diverse global locations using IMAX cameras for grand scale. Advance bookings show massive demand, especially for IMAX premium seats. Ticket prices are surprisingly high…

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Matt Damon dropped back to high school weight to portray Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

The Oscar-winning actor has revealed he returned to his high school weight and embraced a strict diet to play Odysseus, before receiving what he called the most meaningful review from his daughter.

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