Overview
- The film, which opened in France on Wednesday, July 15, has received strong early praise from reviewers for its scale and for Matt Damon’s portrayal of Ulysse.
- Christopher Nolan wrote and produced the near‑three‑hour picture and stages canonical episodes from the poem using a non‑linear structure that traces Ulysse’s twenty years of wandering.
- Production details reported by multiple outlets confirm large ambitions: shooting on IMAX 70mm across six countries, extensive sea work and an estimated $250 million budget.
- Critics singled out performances from Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland and a broad ensemble while noting Nolan’s focus on guilt and the consequences of a leader’s choices as the film’s moral center.
- Reviewers recommend viewing the film in large‑format projection for full visual impact and many flagged early awards potential for lead and supporting performances.