On Friday, March 6 at 20:00, the Théâtre des Variétés in Monaco will host a special screening of Ulysse, the 1954 epic directed by Italian filmmaker Mario Camerini…
Presented by the Audiovisual Institute of Monaco, the film invites audiences to rediscover the legendary story of Odysseus, inspired by Homer’s timeless epic The Odyssey. The screening forms part of a cultural programme exploring classical mythology and its influence on modern storytelling.
The film follows the long and perilous journey of Odysseus as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War. Along the way, he encounters mythical dangers including the seductive call of the Sirens and the formidable Cyclops, while his faithful wife Penelope waits for his return in Ithaca. As she fends off persistent suitors eager to claim Odysseus’ throne, the story unfolds as both an adventure and a tale of loyalty and perseverance.
Ulysse was considered a major production of its time and helped shape the historical “peplum” genre that would later flourish in European cinema. The film stars Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas in the title role alongside Italian actress Silvana Mangano. Produced by renowned producer Dino De Laurentiis, it was an ambitious international co-production bringing together Italian, American and French talent.
This special screening is organised in partnership with the Rencontres Internationales Monaco et la Méditerranée, whose latest symposium focuses on the enduring figure of Ulysses. The evening offers Monaco audiences a chance to experience a landmark film that helped bring ancient mythology vividly to life on the big screen.
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