About this Event
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, released in July 2026, has certainly got people talking! But how does this latest Hollywood adaptation compare with earlier versions of Homer’s epic? What makes its hero, Odysseus, such a fascinating and controversial character? And why do ancient stories continue to capture our imaginations and provoke strong reactions?Join us for an engaging exploration of how one of the world’s oldest stories continues to find new life on screen, and discover why The Odyssey still matters today.
Emma Stafford is Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Leeds. Her research interests include the reception of Greek myth by later cultures, and she co-teaches a course on representations of ancient Greece and Rome on the modern screen.
Event venue & nearby stays
Parkinson Building, B.09, Parkinson Building, Leeds, United Kingdom
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