The Open Minds Blog

Like millions of moviegoers, I recently went and saw Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, and have been watching the global buzz unfold with great intrigue. Seeing Matt Damon portray the relentless grit and resilience of Odysseus on the big screen was an impressive spectacle I must say. For me, however, this story hits far closer to home. Growing up in a household steeped in Greek heritage, ancient mythology wasn't just something we'd watch on a screen, it was part of our living