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This Is Cinema… Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ [All Kinds of Reviews]

Choi Hee-jae
2026-08-20 06:00:03
Reporters from E-Daily’s Culture Department introduce major movies, performances, and TV dramas to readers through honest reviews and star ratings. <Editor’s Note>

A scene from the movie “The Odyssey.” (Photo courtesy of Universal Pictures)

◇The Movie “The Odyssey”
★★★★ I grew up watching “Greek and Roman Mythology” and “Guardians of Olympus,” so there’s no way I wouldn’t be interested. (ReporterChoi Hee-jae )
★★★★☆ This is what a movie should be. (ReporterYUN GI BACK )

A scene from the animated film *Love Hachuping: The Legend of the Whale Jewel* (Photo courtesy of Bipoem Studio)

◇Animated film “Hatchuping: The Legend of the Whale Gem”
★★★★ I went in expecting it to be cheesy but was pleasantly surprised. A solid world-building that even had “30-somethings” in tears. (ReporterChoi Hee-jae )
★★★★ If Disney has *Frozen*, then Korea has Hachuping’s *Summer Kingdom*! (ReporterYUN GI BACK )

A scene from the movie “Okay Madam 2.” (Photo courtesy of CGV Pictures)

◇The movie “Okay Madam 2”
★★★☆ Refreshing and exhilarating action in the style of Uhm Jung-hwa. (ReporterYUN GI BACK )

A scene from the musical “Frozen.” (Photo courtesy of S&Co.)

◇The Musical “Frozen”
★★★★☆ The Kingdom of Arendelle is faithfully recreated on stage. A family musical that will bring a smile to even adults’ faces. (ReporterSon Eui-Yeon )
★★★★☆ Elsa’s snow scenes are mesmerizing, and Olaf brings a big smile to your face. The 135 minutes fly by thanks to the magic of “Frozen.” (ReporterYUN GI BACK )

※Rating: ★★★★★ (out of 5, ☆ represents half a star; the more stars, the more highly recommended)

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