Greek Prime Minister Congratulates Christopher Nolan on Box‑Office Success of ‘Odyssey’ Film

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met by video call with director Christopher Nolan to congratulate him on the cinematic adaptation of Homer’s epic “The Odyssey.” Mitsotakis praised the film for boosting worldwide interest in ancient Greek civilization and highlighted that a large portion of the production was filmed on location in Greece, including the Peloponnese and Corinth. He also noted the movie’s strong commercial performance, citing a $90 million opening and total earnings of about $652 million, making it a leading box‑office hit in the United States and elsewhere.

The acknowledgment underscores the cultural ties between Greece’s historic heritage and contemporary film and reflects the government’s support for projects that showcase Greek history on the global stage.