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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1760, István Pauli, Hungarian-Slovene priest and poet (died 1829) was born. In 1915, Kaoru Ishikawa, Japanese author and educator (died 1989) was born. In 1929, Svein Ellingsen, Norwegian visual artist and hymnist (died 2020) was born. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1956, The Dartmouth workshop is the first conference on artificial intelligence. In 1960, Ian Hislop, Welsh-English journalist and screenwriter was born. In 1961, Stelios Manolas, Greek footballer and manager was born. In 1965, Photis Kontoglou, Greek painter and illustrator (born 1895) passed away. In 1978, Prodromos Nikolaidis, Greek basketball player was born. In 1999, Konstantinos Kollias, Greek general and politician, 168th Prime Minister of Greece (born 1901) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

What will Greece think of Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’?

The Independent

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July 13, 2026

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What will Greece think of Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’?

The country is used to foreigners playing their heroes

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ArcaMax

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· Jul 7, 2026

Why did Tom Holland find filming The Odyssey 'nostalgic and futuristic'?

Tom Holland felt the making of Christopher Nolan's epic The Odyssey was nostalgic and futuristic at the same time.

Associated Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Christopher Nolan on the future of large scale filmmaking

Christopher Nolan says he wants his fantasy action film "The Odyssey" to feel "almost like a documentary." #ChristopherNolan #TheOdyssey

ComicBook.com

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· Jun 30, 2026

The Odyssey’s Robert Pattinson Calls New IMAX Cameras “Like Shooting With an SUV” in Amazing New BTS Video

It doesn’t get much more epic than the story of the Odyssey, and director Christopher Nolan has taken that to heart. Nolan’s projects always have a true sense of scale and grandeur to them, and that is being taken to the next level in The Odyssey thanks to IMAX. Not only is the film being []

The Standard

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· Jul 7, 2026

Zendaya wears shimmering white outfit at The Odyssey premiere in Leicester Square

The epic fantasy action film, written by Sir Christopher Nolan, is an adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic The Odyssey

Variety

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· Jul 6, 2026

‘The Odyssey’ First Reactions Are Raves for Christopher Nolan’s ‘Astonishing’ Epic and ‘Flawless Filmmaking’: ‘Breathtaking, Bold and Perfection’

Christoper Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, who are calling the Oscar winner’s adaptation of Homer’s epic a “staggering achievement” with “flawless filmmaking.” It appears Nolan has another huge hit on his hands. “A filmmaking feast,” wrote Collider’s Peri Nemiroff. “A grand and gripping rendition of Homer’s epic, []

Metro

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· Jul 7, 2026

The Odyssey hailed as ‘cinematic triumph’ in first reactions for Christopher Nolan’s epic

The star-studded spectacle hits cinemas on July 17.

The Daily Signal

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· Jun 28, 2026

The Conservative Movement and ‘The Odyssey’

Just a few weeks after our nation’s 250th anniversary, Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of Homer’s 3,000-year-old epic “The Odyssey” will hit theaters. The conservative movement can learn something from Odysseus, the “man of twists and turns,” nearly three millennia after the poem was composed. As colossal as the poem’s story is—being stretched over 10 years...

Brisbane Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Trailer for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey

The Odyssey is an epic fantasy action film written and directed by Christopher Nolan

That Park Place

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· Jul 6, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Trailer Surges Past Half a Million Dislikes as Official X Account Limits Replies

The Odyssey has been buried in YouTube dislikes. Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has become one of the most talked-about movies of the year, but not necessarily for the reasons Universal Pictures may have hoped. The acclaimed filmmaker’s adaptation of Homer’s legendary Greek epic is facing a growing wave of online criticism after the official trailer [] The post Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Trailer Surges Past Half a Million Dislikes as Official X Account Limits Replies appeared first on That Park Place.

Kotaku

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· Jul 6, 2026

The First Reactions To Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey Call It ‘Clunky,’ ‘Astonishing,’ And Like Peter Jackson’s Lord Of The Rings

IMAX screening are already sold out for days

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 9, 2026

Behind Christopher Nolan’s 6-country epic undertaking to bring ‘The Odyssey’ to the big screen

Christopher Nolan has taken on the epic challenge of adapting “The Odyssey” into a large-scale Hollywood film.

India News Network

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· Jul 8, 2026

Christopher Nolan Discusses Modern Dialogue in 'The Odyssey'

Christopher Nolan explains his choice of contemporary English in 'The Odyssey', stirring diverse opinions ahead of its theatrical release.

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· Jul 7, 2026

The Odyssey reactions say it features some of the best work of Christopher Nolan's career

The Odyssey reactions say it features some of the best work of Christopher Nolan's career

Kathimerini

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· Jul 13, 2026

Greece awaits Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ with anticipation despite casting controversy

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” opens Friday, to global anticipation and some controversy over his casting choices – but what do Greeks think?

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 6, 2026

Marvel Star Reveals What Made Him Think Christopher Nolan Hated His Acting on ‘The Odyssey’

Fandango/YouTubeSpider-Man star Tom Holland did not feel like a hero on his “daunting” first day on the set of The Odyssey, he revealed. Holland, 30, one of several actors in Christopher Nolan’s star-studded IMAX film, plays Telemachus in the epic. During a cast interview, Holland told Fandango why he thought the legendary director was disappointed with his performance on his first day. “I thought I was totally s--tting the bed,” Holland, 30, said, prompting laughter from Nolan and co-stars Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Latestly.com

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· Jul 8, 2026

‘The Odyssey’ FIRST Reactions: Christopher Nolan’s Ambitious Epic Is ‘Breathtaking, Bold and Perfect’; Matt Damon and Cast Deliver Gripping Performances

Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated epic 'The Odyssey' has received overwhelming praise in early social media reactions following its London world premiere, with viewers labeling it a monumental cinematic masterpiece. Reviewers heavily commended the star-studded ensemble, particularly highlighting Matt Damon’s powerful lead performance.

Jacobin

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· Jul 7, 2026

Great Cinematic Odysseys to Prepare You for The Odyssey

From Preston Sturges and the Coen brothers to Martin Scorsese and John Ford, the Criterion Channel’s “Odysseys” series traces the enduring appeal of Homer’s epic in American cinema.

Townhall

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· Jul 7, 2026

Lupita Nyong'o Just Doomed Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' Adaptation

Lupita Nyong'o Just Doomed Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' Adaptation

Polygon

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· Jul 7, 2026

Christopher Nolan broke his big rule when casting The Odyssey's Lupita Nyong'o

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is full of daring casting choices, but one stands out, though not for the reason you think.

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· Jul 8, 2026

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey filming featured a moment only before seen 20 years ago on The Dark Knight

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey filming featured a moment only before seen 20 years ago on The Dark Knight

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jul 7, 2026

Listen to ‘The Odyssey’ Audiobook Narrated By Claire Danes, Dan Stevens, Ian McKellen, Before Watching New Film

Before watching Homer’s legendary, 500-page Greek epic come to life, hear the full scope of “The Odyssey” through audiobooks voiced by A-List talent.

New Scientist

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· Jul 8, 2026

This book is essential reading before watching the new Odyssey film

Homer still matters, argues Adam Nicolson in The Mighty Dead, a great primer to Christopher Nolan's new adaptation of the Odyssey, says Kelsey Hayes

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· Jul 7, 2026

The Odyssey star says sci-fi mindbender Tenet is one of Christopher Nolan's "underrated" movies

The Odyssey star says sci-fi mindbender Tenet is one of Christopher Nolan's "underrated" movies

The West Australian

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· Jul 8, 2026

The Odyssey, Matt Damon's most challenging film

Box office expectations are high for The Odyssey, Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan's three-hour epic movie about the Greek King ‌Odysseus.

Irish News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Matt Damon admits he ‘felt like a jerk’ during The Odyssey blunder

The upcoming blockbuster from Sir Christopher Nolan is an adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic.

DualShockers

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· Jun 23, 2026

Alien: Isolation 2 Preview: The Return of Sevastopol's Monster

Creative Assembly's Alien: Isolation 2 looks to be the perfect sequel Alien: Isolation fans have wanted for years.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 27, 2026

How Is 'Love Hypothesis' Connected to 'Star Wars'? Surprise Backstory Explained

Tom Bateman joining the film adaptation of The Love Hypothesis is a casting of epic proportions if you know the Star Wars — and Reylo — lore, but how are the two connected? Ali Hazelwood‘s The Love Hypothesis was an overnight success when the book was published in 2021. But to some Star Wars fans []

Cosmopolitan

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· Jul 1, 2026

The Real Star of Movie Night on ‘Love Island USA’? The Manosphere

The night we all waited for didn’t feel so sweet to watch.

Salon

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· Jul 11, 2026

We’re mature enough to reconsider “Little House on the Prairie”

A new adaptation of the beloved tales maintains the frontier fantasy while looking at who really pays for progress

ABC News

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· Jul 13, 2026

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey” opens July 17 amid international anticipation and controversy over its casting

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