The Odyssey
Coverage of The Odyssey in the Nexus archive.
- "Dune: Part Three" and "The Odyssey" have fans camping out for tickets like its the 1990s
Demand for blockbuster films like "Dune: Part Three" and "The Odyssey" has led to a return of physical ticket lines, an anomaly in modern cinema ticketing. Fans are camping out early at theaters, such as AMC Lincoln Square 13, to secure tickets for the rare, premium 70-millimeter Imax format. This trend suggests that the unique viewing experience is drawing crowds despite industry shifts toward advance digital ticketing.
- ‘The Odyssey’ reminds us of the nightmare we are leaving for American children
Using Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" as an analogy, the article argues that modern political systems suffer from a problem resembling taxation without representation. The text highlights national debt exceeding $40 trillion and claims politicians use money belonging to people who have not yet been born to buy votes. Ultimately, it suggests that current governmental issues are driven by incentives rather than sound statecraft.
- Spider-Man, The Odyssey’s Success Lifts Indian Cinema Stocks
Indian cinema operators’ shares are rising due to the successful openings of Hollywood movies Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey. The blockbuster performances are driving stock price increases in the Indian cinema sector.
- July 28, 2026
Rahm Emanuel discusses Israeli PM Netanyahu's visit to the U.S. Bill McKibben addresses wildfires in Europe. Emily Wilson talks about public discourse around Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and her own work.
- What climate science can tell us about the lost world that inspired The Odyssey
A new climate study links centuries of drought to pressures on Bronze Age societies that inspired Homer's The Odyssey, showing how environmental stress, food insecurity, and failing trade networks contributed to societal collapse and survival. The findings highlight the role of climate in shaping the ancient world depicted in the epic.
- Barnes and Noble CEO: 'The Odyssey' is Our Best-Selling Book
Barnes and Noble CEO James Daunt reports a resurgence in the business as consumers return to physical bookstores, which now offer vinyl records and in-store cafes. He attributes increased reading to Hollywood successes like 'The Odyssey' appealing to Gen Z and older audiences.
- Even 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man' can't save Hollywood
Despite box office hits like 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man' in 2026, Hollywood continues to face a long-term decline in moviegoing that predates the pandemic, with AMC reporting a 26.5% drop in attendance compared to 2019. The industry attributes this trend to competition from the internet and other entertainment options, forcing theaters to raise prices and invest in premium formats to maintain revenue.
- Movie theaters making big bucks from themed popcorn buckets
Movie theaters are generating significant revenue through themed popcorn buckets, such as those inspired by 'The Odyssey,' which have become highly popular among fans.
- Millions see leaked copy of The Odyssey movie on X
A high-quality bootleg version of the film The Odyssey was leaked on X and viewed by millions before being taken down by Universal.
- Moviegoer on drunken rampage in cinema showing The Odyssey arrested after bursting into crowded auditorium looking for his vape
A moviegoer on a drunken rampage in a cinema showing The Odyssey was arrested after bursting into a crowded auditorium to find his vape. The incident occurred during the screening of the film.
- Imax’s CEO says it’s time to hike prices as tickets to ‘The Odyssey’ resell for $1,000
Imax’s CEO suggests increasing ticket prices as resold tickets for Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' reach $1,000. The film, the first full-length movie shot exclusively with Imax cameras, is drawing audiences who travel long distances to watch it.
- 'The Odyssey' is cleaning up for IMAX. Expect the momentum to continue
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is performing well in IMAX, leading to increased box office revenue and investor confidence in achieving record ticket sales by 2026.
- Extra Extra: At least the Mets are well-compensated
The Mets are on pace to be the biggest waste of money in baseball history but could turn things around. The article also references Eric Adams partying, Elon Musk's 'Odyssey' adaptation, and Jimothy's recurring appearances.
- Musk plans 'historically accurate' film on 'The Odyssey' after Lupita Nyong'o cast as Helen of Troy
Elon Musk announced via X that his AI tool Grok Imagine will produce a 'historically accurate' full-length film of Homer's ancient Greek poem before year-end.
- The EU’s Russia sanctions crunch
The EU is attempting to finalize its 21st sanctions package against Russia amid disagreements among member states. The European Parliament is also working to reengage with China after a seven-year diplomatic freeze, while a Hollywood culture war erupts in Greece over Christopher Nolan’s film 'The Odyssey.'
- ‘The audience is telling the industry something’: even IMAX is stunned by Christopher Nolan’s runaway ‘Odyssey’
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' drove unprecedented demand for IMAX 70mm film screenings, selling out theaters worldwide and generating a $52 million global opening weekend for IMAX. The film, shot entirely on IMAX cameras, marked a technical first and sparked social media frenzy over ticket availability, with audiences praising its immersive audiovisual experience.
- Could ‘The Odyssey’ lead the 'apes' back home to AMC shares?
AMC options surged this morning with over 300,000 contracts traded. The article references 'The Odyssey' and 'apes' in the context of AMC shares.
- Odyssey piracy scams appear within hours of the movie’s release
Scams targeting Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey movie release include fake browser warnings and malware disguised as movie downloads. These scams use cloned torrent sites and malvertising networks to exploit users seeking pirated copies.
- ‘Odyssey’ director Christopher Nolan calls AI an obvious ‘Trojan horse’
Christopher Nolan, director of 'Odyssey', calls AI an obvious 'Trojan horse'. The article includes the quote 'Everybody knows the Greeks are inside.'
- Show HN: Get alerts for good seats at 70mm IMAX showings of The Odyssey
A service called IMAXxing.io offers alerts for good seats at 70mm IMAX showings of the film 'The Odyssey'. The article is featured on Hacker News with 13 points and 9 comments.
- The Odyssey's Matt Damon hyped his water charity in interviews. Why is it partnered with water guzzler Amazon?
Matt Damon is using the hype around his movie The Odyssey to promote his water charity, Water.org, which focuses on access to safe water. However, some of the companies partnered with Water.org, including Amazon, consume billions of litres of water annually.
- Early Addition: Taco Bell is switching up its lettuce out of an abundance of caution
Taco Bell is switching its lettuce out of an abundance of caution due to its link to an explosive diarrhea outbreak. The article also references AMC Lincoln Square screening 'The Odyssey' and mentions World Cup-related work slackers.
- In it to bin it: Nigel Farage v Count Binface
The article discusses Nigel Farage's rivalry with Count Binface, mentions Africans using Starlink for internet due to dissatisfaction, and highlights a humorous adaptation of 'The Odyssey.'
- Calls for boycott of The Odyssey over filming in occupied Western Sahara
Calls for a boycott of Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' over its filming in Morocco-occupied Western Sahara, accused of normalizing the occupation. Sahrawi campaigners highlight Moroccan exploitation of the territory and imprisonment of journalists documenting abuses.
- 'The Odyssey' Director Chris Nolan: Young Audiences are Rejecting 'AI Slop'
Chris Nolan, the Oscar-winning director of 'The Odyssey,' stated that young audiences are rejecting 'AI Slop' with immediate and harsh judgment.
- Honda is recalling 325,000 Odyssey minivans over backup cameras that can fail in reverse
Honda is recalling 325,000 Odyssey minivans from 2018–2020 due to backup cameras that can fail in reverse. Dealers will replace the rearview camera at no charge.
- Matt Damon’s strict diet choice for dramatic ‘The Odyssey’ transformation that revealed hidden health issues
Matt Damon adopted a strict diet for his role in 'The Odyssey,' leading to an unexpected discovery of hidden health issues. The transformation yielded an unexpected payoff.
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The article promotes STAT’s free daily health newsletter 'Morning Rounds,' highlighting topics like Ebola, hepatitis B, and long Covid. It includes a call to sign up and mentions the author’s personal reading distractions.