It seems like every time i watch this movie i understand more and more of the deeper meaning. In fact, it took me several times to realize the connection the movie is to a more modern form of the famous "Odyssey" by Homer. The Coen brothers, who directed the movie, did an excellent job in portraying the Sirens with the ladies washing their clothes in the river, to the Cyclops portrayed as a bible salesman with an eye patch, to finally portraying the city of Troy. However, there are a lot of new additions to the movie that add to its originality but enough of the original story to keep Homers depiction of a man going through an epic journey back to his family. George Clooney stars as Ulysses Everett McGill who portrays the original Ulysses that Homer depicts. The great thing about this movie for me was the intense symbolism of a mans journey to happiness, but also life in general. For those who have seen this movie, pay attention to the similarities between Homers book the Odyssey and the Coen brothers depiction. For those who have not yet partaken of the these two glorious hours, watch how he goes though his journey and how it relates to you. I simply love this movie. Enjoy.
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