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What do I need to know about the Odyssey before watching the film? (sopuli.xyz)
submitted 3 months ago by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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I have virtually zero knowledge of The Odyssey as a Greek mythology, save for a few recognisable names like the Helen of Troy, the Trojan War etc. I do want to enjoy the movie to its fullest, and if learning about the plot material is essential to it, then so be it. Is there a good resource giving a summarized version of the plot enough to understand the film? If so, I would really appreciate it if you shared it here.

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[+] -12 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

This is what you need to know. It is a written and directed by Christopher Nolan. Therefore:

  • The Dialogue will be shit
  • The characters will be shit
  • The sound effects will be shit and or jarring, or both.
  • The Music will be repetitive and also shit.
  • The story will be absurdly, needlessly confusing because Nolan’s story telling ability is shit.
  • It is highly likely that there will be an insignificant event or piece of dialogue early in the movie that the entire story hinges around.
  • The action will be very good.
  • The production values will be very good.

In short what do you need to know about Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey? Skip it.

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