Making Ancient Epics Feel Modern | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

A new movie adaptation of The Odyssey is sparking debate after Tom Holland’s Telemachus calls Matt Damon’s Odysseus “dad”—a small but controversial choice that’s reigniting conversations about how ancient epics should be told today. Director Christopher Nolan and Holland defend the decision, arguing it makes the story feel modern and relatable, just like Homer’s original poem intended. Nolan’s approach echoes his own cinematic style—bridging classic themes with accessible storytelling, much like how O Brother, Where Art Thou? helped him connect with The Odyssey as a teen. The goal? To keep…