Ulysses (1954)

6.6Not Rated100 minDirector: Mario Camerini

1954 Italian film

Ulysses (Italian: Ulisse) is a 1954 fantasy adventure film based on Homer's epic poem Odyssey. The film is directed by Mario Camerini, who co-wrote the screenplay with writer Franco Brusati, and produced by Dino De Laurentiis and Carlo Ponti. It stars Kirk Douglas in the title role, Silvana Mangano in a dual role as Penelope and Circe, and Anthony Quinn as Antinous.

The film is an international co-production between Italy, France, and the United States. It premiered in Italy on October 6, 1954, and was released in the United States by Paramount Pictures the following year.

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What is Ulysses about?
Ulysses (1954) — In the ancient Greek city of Ithaca, many impatiently await the return of their king Ulysses and his warriors from the Trojan War. Among these, Ulysses' devoted wife Penelope and his grown son Telemachus. But Ulysses' return is not eagerly awaited by everyone, especially by his e
Is Ulysses based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Ulysses scary?
Content rating: Not Rated. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.