The Odyssey

The Legacy of Homer's Odyssey, from Epic Poem to IMAX Blockbuster Visiting film and literature scholar Lance Rhoades discusses the legacy and interpretations of one of the truly classic stories of all time. Homer's epic of the hero Odysseus struggling to return to his wife and son following The Trojan War while they contend with usurpers attempting to take over their kingdom is one of the most influential tales ever told. In this program, we will also consider some of the many ways it has inspired others throughout the ages.