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Mary Beard on The Odyssey and how empires fall – Stateside with Kai and Carter

Mary Beard shares her insights on Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, highlighting its portrayal of women and the allure that's missing from the film. She also discusses the rightwing fascination with ancient history and the ongo...

The Guardian· Jul 25, 2026 · 10:53 AM · 1 views

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Mary Beard shares her insights on Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, highlighting its portrayal of women and the allure that's missing from the film. She also discusses the rightwing fascination with ancient history and the ongoing debate about the ownership of classic narratives.

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