Patty's Picks: Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'
- WISH-TV
- 4 hours ago
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Great Day TV's Patty Spitler's film review brought fresh buzz to the screen with her take on Christopher Nolan’s latest epic, “The Odyssey.” She talks to WISH-TV’s Pam Elliot about the film, which stars Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway in an adaptation of Homer’s 3,000-year-old epic poem about the enduring journey of Greek King Odysseus.
Damon steps into the sandals of the travel-worn king, delivering a performance that captures the character’s resilience and complex spirit.
Hathaway lends her star power alongside Damon, adding depth to the mythological tale. Nolan’s direction stands out, with the filmmaker shooting on real locations around the world — embracing genuine seas and sprawling landscapes instead of artificial intelligence or fabricated sets. The authenticity of the settings underlines Nolan’s commitment to epic storytelling.
Clocking in at 2 hours and 53 minutes and rated R, “The Odyssey” is a lengthy adventure. Patty advises viewers to hold off on heavy drinking before watching — the long runtime demands full attention with no intermission. Despite this, the film scores a solid four out of five stars from Patty, signaling strong approval.
