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Why The Odyssey was the only story big enough for Christopher Nolan

The timeless themes of Homer’s epic – a fine but flawed hero and a longing for home – turn out to have been at the heart of much of the visionary film-maker’s work

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6

Why Tom Holland was convinced Christopher Nolan hated his performance in The Odyssey

Actor plays Odysseus’s son Telemachus in forthcoming retelling of Homer's Greek epic

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Quote of the day by Homer, 'wise to resolve, and patient to perform' offers life advice on importance of making sound decisions, patience also teaches resilience

Quote of the day by Homer offers a timeless philosophy for achieving meaningful success. It teaches that careful decision-making must be matched by steady perseverance. Wisdom helps individuals choose the right path, while patience gives them the strength to remain committed despite challenges and delays. Together, these qualities create the…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Sleep and Death cista handle: A 2,400-year-old sculpture depicting gods carrying away Zeus' son during the Trojan War

A small, bronze sculpture depicting a death scene in the Trojan War once graced an Etruscan box.

LiveScience · Jun 29

One of the world’s oldest stories just got an AI makeover, with the voice of an Oscar-winning actor

Homer's epic 'Odyssey' has been reimagined as a 13-hour audiobook, narrated by an AI-generated voice clone of Oscar-winning actor Michael Caine. This innovative use of artificial intelligence in storytelling, while praised by some for blending creativity with technology, sparks debate in Hollywood. Many actors are pushing back, advocating for 'human…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Never Mind Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' — The Unexpected Design Destinations Found Hiding in Its Filming Locations Make for the Journey of a Lifetime

We've retraced the steps of the director and its crew so you don't have to, and uncovered six interior and lifestyle gems not to be missed along the way

Livingetc · Jun 25

You’re only supposed to blow the bloody hooves off: AI Michael Caine narrates Odyssey audiobook

AI company ElevenLabs unveils its officially licensed replica of the iconic actor’s voice in a retelling of Homer’s epic poem, while director who previously recorded the star recalls real-life experience

The Guardian - UK · Jun 23

The Secret Origins of 'Conspiracy Theory'

A new book shows how a phrase made its way from the crime pages to our political arguments—and picked up a passel of meanings along the way.

Reason · Jun 23

‘Super weird’: Man claims a data center company left him gold gift cards and cash to convince him to sell

AI companies are acquiring vast amounts of land for data centers.

We Got This Covered · Jun 17

Mr Monopoly vs Mr Burns: The Simpsons take over Monopoly Go

Bart and co’s latest video game venture involved the show’s writers, animators and voice talent – plus a showdown between the two infamous tycoons. ‘It’s a true little Simpsons episode,’ say creators

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15