DUBAI: Christopher Nolan’s gargantuan full-IMAX retelling of Homer’s “The Odyssey” is an elemental and testosterone-fuelled undertaking, chock-full of gorgeous set-pieces and metaphysical ruminations that are typical for the auteur; but unfortunately, the sum of its parts do not make for a transformative watch, simply because the film is let down by its generic, modern dialogue, maddeningly inconsistent pacing and big-name casting. However, where the film really soars is in its execution.

The Odyssey review: Christopher Nolan delivers a visually stunning adaptation of Homer’s epic with standout performances, breathtaking IMAX visuals and emotional depth.

The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan’s relentless, deafening three-hour take on Homer’s epic poem, and while it is technically impressive filmmaking – Imax cameras; massive mechanical…