Panels and Workshops

Go behind the scenes of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey with the extraordinary artisans who transformed one of the world’s oldest and most enduring stories into an epic cinematic experience. From creating the film’s vast environments and reimagining the visual language of the ancient world to designing thousands of costumes and assembling its remarkable ensemble, these artists reveal how their individual crafts converged to build Nolan’s ambitious vision from the ground up. Hear firsthand about the creative decisions, practical challenges, and meticulous detail required to realize Homer’s timeless epic onscreen.

Panelists
Ruth De Jong, production designer
Ellen Mirojnick, costume designer
John Papsidera, casting director