The Odyssey: Mark and Jack discuss
Summary
Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo discuss Christopher Nolan’s *The Odyssey*, contrasting their premiere experiences in 70mm versus IMAX. They praise the film’s immersive scale, practical effects, and Samantha Morton’s standout performance. The hosts analyze the narrative as a gritty exploration of PTSD, noting how Nolan grounds mythological elements in visceral reality.
Topics discussed
ZocDoc sponsorship and introduction
IMAX vs 70mm viewing experiences and nostalgia
Dreamlike narrative and Samantha Morton's performance
Editing style and casting choices
PTSD themes and reinterpretation of the Trojan Horse
Nolan's guilt, Oppenheimer parallels, and conclusion
Promo for Kermode and Mayo's Take
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