Christopher Nolan is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film The Odyssey. The film has generated immense buzz especially after Nolan’s recent visit to India. With the Oscar-winning filmmaker adapting
one of history’s greatest literary works, many are now curious about the story that inspired the highly anticipated project. Here’s everything you need to know about The Odyssey before watching Nolan’s film on the timeless epic:
What Is The Odyssey?
The Odyssey is an ancient Greek epic poem traditionally attributed to the poet Homer. Believed to have been composed around the 8th century BCE, it is regarded as one of the most influential works in world literature.
The poem follows the journey of Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, as he struggles to return home after the Trojan War. Although the war has ended, Odysseus faces numerous challenges that delay his homecoming by ten years.
What Is The Odyssey About?
The epic begins after the fall of Troy and chronicles Odysseus’ encounters with mythical creatures, powerful gods and dangerous temptations. During his voyage, he crosses paths with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the enchantress Circe, the Sirens, Scylla and Charybdis, among several other iconic figures from Greek mythology.
Meanwhile, back in Ithaca, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must fend off a group of suitors who believe Odysseus is dead and seek to claim his throne. While she is forced to remarry, she hopes that her husband is alive.
Who Is Odysseus?
Odysseus is one of Greek mythology’s most celebrated heroes. Unlike other legendary Greek warriors who rely primarily on physical strength, Odysseus is known for his intelligence, wit and strategic thinking.
He is also known as the master mind behind the famous Trojan Horse strategy that helped the Greeks win the Trojan War.
About Nolan’s The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey stars a huge ensemble cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Elliot Page, and Charlize Theron among others. The film, based on Homer’s epic, has a runtime of 2 hours and 52 minutes. The film will hit theatres on Friday, July 17.
