The Odyssey Film Screening
Join the RD Milns Antiquities Museum for a special screening of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, one of the most anticipated cinematic reimaginings of a timeless epic, held at New Farm Cinemas. Attendees will be treated to a complimentary drink and Greek sweets on arrival.
Before the screening, Professor Alastair Blanshard, Director, RD Milns Antiquities Museum, will provide a few remarks about The Odyssey. This event is part of the RD Milns Antiquities Museum’s exhibition ΝΟΣΤΟΙ | Homecomings: Stories of the Ionian Island Diaspora in Queensland which was a created in collaboration with the Kytherian Association of Queensland and the Ithacan Society of Queensland.
Event details
Date: Sunday 19 July 2026
Time: 1pm arrival for a 1:15–1:50pm reception, screening to commence from 2–5pm
Venue: New Farm Cinemas, 701 Brunswick St, New Farm QLD 4005
Cost: $20 per ticket (including booking fees)
Inclusions: All tickets include the film screening as well as one (1) complimentary drink voucher
About the film - The Odyssey
directed by Christopher Nolan
The Odyssey brings new life to Homer’s classic tale of adventure, resilience, and the enduring pull of home. The story follows Odysseus, a cunning hero navigating a perilous journey across uncharted seas after the Trojan War. Along the way, he faces mythical creatures, divine forces, and relentless trials that test his courage, loyalty, and identity, all while striving to return to his wife Penelope and reclaim his place in Ithaca. This fresh adaptation blends epic storytelling with modern cinematic vision, offering a powerful exploration of human endurance and the meaning of belonging.
Important event information
Seating: Please note, tickets are general admission (no allocated seating). We encourage you to arrive early with your group so you can find seats together. For accessible seating, please contact engagement@hass.uq.edu.au
Enquiries: engagement@hass.uq.edu.au
This event is supported by the Kytherian Association of Queensland, the Ithacan Society of Queensland, and the Friends of Antiquity.