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The Odyssey: Christopher Nolan’s Grand but Hollow Epic
Christopher Nolan has never been one to shy away from ambition. With "The Odyssey," he tackles one of Western civilization’s foundational stories: Homer’s tale of a hero’s long, perilous journey home after the Trojan War.
By Lauren Chen4 min read
Shot entirely on IMAX film across real locations and practical sets, the film boasts sweeping vistas, a committed A-list cast, and technical bravura that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible. It’s imposing, often visually stunning, and yet, for all its scale, the film is… strangely unsatisfying.