20 Best Sword-and-Sandal Films, From 'The Odyssey' to 'Gladiator'
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Christopher Nolan has revitalized the sword-and-sandal genre with his new film adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey,” marking a rare high-quality entry in decades.
- The movie is the first ever shot entirely in Imax 70mm, showcasing Nolan’s commitment to immersive cinematic experience.
- The story follows Odysseus, played by Matt Damon, on his perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War, facing mythical creatures and divine challenges.
- Meanwhile, Penelope (Anne Hathaway) and Telemachus (Tom Holland) struggle to protect their home from numerous suitors competing for Penelope’s hand and Odysseus’ throne.
- Despite skepticism from Elon Musk and his followers, the film has proven to be a thrilling and successful reinterpretation of the classic epic.
