Odysseus & the Isle of Mists
Odysseus & the Isle of Mists

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Odysseus & the Isle of Mists

2008
Movie
88 min
English

King Odysseus has been away from Ithaca for twenty years.The first ten he spent fighting the Trojan War the last ten he spent fighting to get home. Among his adventures is the tale Homer felt was too horrible to tell, the missing book of the Odyssey known as The Isle of the Mists. Here the Warrior King and his men face the Goddess of the Underworld and her winged horrific creatures.

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IMDb3.3/10
Director: Mark L. LesterGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In this adaptation of Homer's Odyssey, Odysseus, along with his loyal crew, faces a perilous journey home after the Trojan War. Their path is fraught with supernatural challenges, including monstrous creatures and the seductive sorceress Circe, all while battling the gods' wrath. The crew must find a way to navigate treacherous waters and overcome divine obstacles to reach Ithaca.

Critical Reception

The film received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences, often cited for its low production values, uninspired acting, and weak storytelling. It is generally considered a poorly executed low-budget fantasy film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at an epic scale, but heavily criticized for its execution.

  • The special effects and creature designs were often seen as unimpressive and dated.

  • Acting performances were frequently described as wooden and unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally echo critical sentiments, noting the film's significant shortcomings in plot, acting, and visual effects.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and loose inspiration from Homer's Odyssey, the film deviates significantly from the original epic, featuring a different narrative and characterizations.

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