'The Odyssey' 1st Reactions Hail 'Must-See' Epic, Praise Robert Pattinson

First reactions to Christopher Nolan's fantasy epic "The Odyssey" have been overwhelmingly positive following its world premiere in London on July 6. Critics are praising the film as a "must-see" cinematic event, with particular acclaim for Robert Pattinson's performance as Antinous, described as "conniving, manipulative and endlessly entertaining." The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, with a cast including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes' Erik Davis called it "an absolute triumph" that feels like "everything Nolan has been working toward with IMAX." IndieWire's David Ehrlich described it as "a surprisingly natural Oppenheimer follow-up" with "spectacular & even terrifying set pieces." The film is set for release on July 17.