The Odyssey film fans inspired to go back to the source
Summary
Sir Christopher Nolan’s new movie, The Odyssey, has done very well at the box office and led many people to read or listen to the original Greek poem by Homer. Book and audiobook sales of The Odyssey have increased sharply, especially among younger audiences in the UK and US.Key Facts
- The Odyssey film earned $264 million worldwide in its opening weekend.
- In the UK, print book sales of The Odyssey rose by 700% compared to the same week last year.
- Almost 8,000 copies were sold last week in the UK, with a total of 47,000 sold this year so far.
- The 2017 Emily Wilson translation is the most popular version, cited by Nolan as a source.
- Audiobook listening on Spotify increased by about 680% after the film’s release, mainly among Gen Z and millennials.
- The film stars actors like Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Anne Hathaway.
- It was the first movie fully recorded using IMAX 70mm film cameras, with limited screenings in special UK cinemas.
- IMAX screenings offer a more immersive experience but have higher ticket prices than regular cinemas.
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