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Ulysses is a 1954 film adaptation of Homer’s *Odyssey*, directed by Mario Camerini. The production featured Kirk Douglas as Ulysses alongside Silvana Mangano portraying multiple characters including Penelope and Circe, and Anthony Quinn as Antinous. Dino De Laurentiis and Carlo Ponti were involved in the film's production.
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| Country | France |
| Year | 1954 |
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Who plays Ulysses in the 1954 film?
Legendary actor Kirk Douglas stars in the title role of Ulysses, portraying the Greek hero trying to return home to Ithaca. The film features Douglas several years before he would go on to star in massive Hollywood epics like Spartacus.
Who else stars in the 1954 Ulysses movie?
The film features an international cast, including Anthony Quinn as Antinous and Silvana Mangano in dual roles. Mangano portrays both Ulysses's loyal wife, Penelope, and the enchantress Circe.
Who directed the 1954 version of Ulysses?
The movie was directed by Mario Camerini, an important figure in Italian cinema. The production was backed by famous Italian producers Dino De Laurentiis and Carlo Ponti, helping to launch the peplum (sword-and-sandal) genre.
What is the plot of the 1954 movie Ulysses?
The film is an adaptation of Homer's epic poem *The Odyssey*, following the Greek hero Ulysses on his perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. It features iconic mythological encounters, including his battles with the Cyclops and the Sirens.
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