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ATHENS — Greece’s government and tourism officials are determined not to squander the opportunities created by a resurgence of interest in everything Greek kindled by Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster movie version of Homer’s epic poem, the Odyssey.
Conservative Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was quick to organize a videoconference with Nolan to thank him and praise the film’s “contribution to stimulating global interest in ancient Greek culture.”
Since a significant part of the filming took place in Greece — showcasing some of the country’s most iconic sites like Nestor’s Cave, Voidokilia Beach, Methoni Castle and Acrocorinth — he also noted that “such productions bridge Greece’s rich cultural heritage with contemporary creativity.”
Perhaps most crucially for the Greek economy, officials are now seeking to translate that renewed interest in the Cyclops and man-eating Laestrygonians into tourist revenue.
