A retelling of Odysseus’ (Ralph Fiennes) return to Ithaca pivots on the hero’s inner state of being. Odysseus’s homecoming from 20 years of war and adventure is far from peaceful. Haggard and drained, he’s a shadow of his former wily self. His wife, Penelope (Juliette Binoche) is held prisoner by suitors vying to be king and his son faces death at their hands. To win back his family, his kingdom and his self-respect, Odysseus must rediscover his strength. No Cyclops or Sirens here, the performances of Fiennes and Binoche are key, enhanced by ravishing cinematography that renders the film simply gorgeous to look at.  

 Preview courtesy of Modern Films.

Directed by: Uberto Pasolini
Cast includes: Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche, Charlie Plummer