The Odyssey
Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point.
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What people are saying
Updated nightlyPeople are divided on this Christopher Nolan take on the epic, with the stunning visuals and a few standout performances being the main draw. The story of Odysseus's perilous journey home, played by Matt Damon with a lot of grit, is technically impressive but leaves many feeling cold, with the glacial pacing being a frequent complaint. Anne Hathaway's Penelope and John Leguizamo's Eumaeus get praised, and Robert Pattinson's Antinous is a highlight, but the character of Odysseus himself doesn't really connect. It looks incredible, but a lot of people find it emotionally distant and a bit of a slog.
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- Positive47%
- Mixed25%
- Negative28%
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