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Pick Three: Richard Brody on “The Odyssey” and Other Summer Films

Jul 21, 2026 · 13m

Topics discussed

Sponsorship and show introduction Introduction to Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Review: Nolan's interpretation and casting of Odysseus Nolan's filmmaking style and restraint Casting controversies and the theme of PTSD Language, translation, and female characters Sponsorship breaks Documentary: Remake by Ross McElwee Film review: I Love Boosters by Boots Riley Recommendation: Disclosure Day by Spielberg Credits and closing sponsorships
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