The Odyssey Tapes
Synopsis
A study of concert-artist Richard Dyer-Bennet at work on Homer's Odyssey - that is, developing a strategy for performing, in English, and in 1978, with harp in hand, this monumental 24 hour poem, which, in Homer's time and Homer's life, only existed in oral form - a long song, performed in public as entertainment and as tribal history.
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February 2, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jill Godmilow
- Original Title
- The Odyssey Tapes
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jill Godmilow
Department Leadership Roster
Jill Godmilow
Director
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What is The Odyssey Tapes about?
A study of concert-artist Richard Dyer-Bennet at work on Homer's Odyssey - that is, developing a strategy for performing, in English, and in 1978, with harp in hand, this monumental 24 hour poem, which, in Homer's time and Homer's life, only existed in oral form - a long song, performed in public as entertainment and as tribal history.
Who directed The Odyssey Tapes?
The Odyssey Tapes was directed by Jill Godmilow.
Who stars in The Odyssey Tapes?
The principal cast of The Odyssey Tapes includes Richard Dyer-Bennett.
When was The Odyssey Tapes released and how long is it?
The Odyssey Tapes was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 30m.