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Classics nerds are frantically prepping for Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’

Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic The Odyssey is set for a July 17 wide release following a London premiere on July 6. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and was shot entirely on IMAX 70mm cameras. Public interest in Homeric studies has surged among universities and museums ahead of the premiere.

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  1. Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Prepares for July Release

    Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic The Odyssey is set for a July 17 wide release following a London premiere on July 6. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and was shot entirely on IMAX 70mm cameras. Public interest in Homeric studies has surged among universities and museums ahead of the premiere.

    What's confirmed:

    • Matt Damon stars as Odysseus in The Odyssey.
    • The film stars Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland.
    • The Odyssey opens in London on July 6 and wide on July 17.
    • The production was shot entirely on IMAX 70mm cameras.
    • The movie is based on the ancient Greek poem by Homer.
    • Universities, museums, and book clubs are planning events and courses due to renewed interest in Homeric studies.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The film is eyeing an $80M-$100M opening at the U.S. box office.
    • Zendaya is part of the cast.
    • The film features a battle with cannibal giants.
    • The movie includes clips of the Trojan Horse.
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