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Quote of the Day by Homer from The Odyssey: ‘Men are so quick to blame the gods...’ — Meaning and interpretation

Homer's ancient epic The Odyssey inspires readers globally and has seen renewed interest. A successful film adaptation has introduced the legendary tale of Odysseus to a new generation. The epic's quote explores human responsibility for suffering, which remains relevant today. It reminds people that choices and actions often create greater…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

After Multiple Controversies, Here’s How ‘The Odyssey’ Cast Compares To Their Real-Life And Mythological Counterparts

From Matt Damon to Zendaya, see how The Odyssey cast matches their legendary Greek counterparts.

Bored Panda · Jul 28

The Odyssey translator who inspired Nolan calls his screenplay ‘abysmal’

Translator Emily Wilson says she ‘would be ashamed to have written any part of its script’

The Independent UK · Jul 28

‘It reminded me of James Bond’: Guardian readers on The Odyssey

The Odyssey is the summer’s biggest film: an adaptation of an almost 3,000 year old poem that everyone is talking about. So what was our readers’ verdict?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27

Who is Devyn Dalton and why Christopher Nolan used Matt Damon's 4-foot-5 stunt double in The Odyssey

Canadian stunt performer Devyn Dalton gained significant attention for her work. Matt Damon praised her muscular arms and height used in "The Odyssey." Dalton's unique stature helped create convincing giant battle sequences through forced perspective. She has built a decade-long career in Hollywood through stunt work and motion capture. Her…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

The Odyssey movie causes steep rise in people learning Greek

Film’s release has coincided with huge surge in people wanting to learn the language

The Independent UK · Jul 27

Christopher Nolan Faces Backlash Over Shocking 'The Odyssey' Puppy Scene: Were Any Dogs Harmed?

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' faces backlash for a controversial puppy scene, sparking debate over animal welfare and creative liberties taken in the adaptation of Homer's classic epic.

International Business Times UK · Jul 27

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Is Winning Praise, So Why Are Fans Calling One Major Flaw Impossible To Ignore?

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has earned critical praise, but fans are divided over one recurring criticism that continues to fuel online debate

International Business Times UK · Jul 27

‘No time to waste’: Greece bids for Mount Olympus to be included on Unesco list of world heritage sites

Officials have long lobbied for peak that rises 2,918 metres above sea level to be given coveted designation

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25

Elon Musk claims Grok AI will make "historically accurate" Odyssey film… then links to AI footage that appears to depict Odysseus with foam earplugs

I’d rather be driven mad by the Sirens’ song than watch a feature-length AI retelling of The Odyssey, but according to Elon Musk, Grok Imagine will soon be capable of producing a "historically accurate" rendition

Digital Camera World · Jul 24