"The Return" is a 2024 drama film directed by Uberto Pasolini, featuring Ralph Fiennes as Odysseus and Juliette Binoche as Penelope. The film reimagines the concluding chapters of Homer's Odyssey, focusing on Odysseus's return to Ithaca after two decades, only to find his kingdom in disarray. His wife, Penelope, is besieged by suitors vying for her hand, and their son, Telemachus, portrayed by Charlie Plummer, faces mortal danger from these intruders. Odysseus must summon his former strength to reclaim his family and throne. The Return" has received generally favorable reviews, with a Metacritic score of 67 based on 18 critic reviews. Critics have praised the performances of Fiennes and Binoche, noting their compelling portrayal of the legendary couple. Katie Walsh of the Los Angeles Times described the film as "an acting showcase," while Jeannette Catsoulis of The New York Times highlighted the strong performances by the lead actors. Link IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19861162/ Link Review: https://cineuropa.org/en/newsdetail/469054/ About movie: https://en.unifrance.org/movie/59403/the-return Link to watch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-return-2024-0 (US)
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