Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus
Originally released in 1986. Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus is a family/adventure film. directed by Jiří Tyller. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rudolf Donath, Albrecht Götte, and Regina Jeske
Synopsis
On a lonely island, where Odysseus has to serve the nymph Calypso, he remembers his great adventures: the glorious victory over Troy; the curse of the sea god Poseidon, whose son he overpowered; the wrestling with Circe, the Lotophagi, the Sirens with their enticing death song and the battle with the bloodthirsty Scylla. Penelope, his wife, meanwhile fights against intrusive suitors who want to kill Odysseus. Athena sends him his son as a savior, who defeats Proteus, Poseidon's vassal. Odysseus is able to free himself from Calypso. Disguised as a beggar, he returns home, punishes the suitors who are after his money and is reunited with Penelope.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 5, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Trickfilme
- Krátký film Praha – Studio Jiřího Trnky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus about?
On a lonely island, where Odysseus has to serve the nymph Calypso, he remembers his great adventures: the glorious victory over Troy; the curse of the sea god Poseidon, whose son he overpowered; th...
Who directed Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus?
Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus was directed by Jiří Tyller.
How long is Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus?
Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus released?
Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus was released on September 5, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus?
The main cast of Die Irrfahrten des Odysseus includes Rudolf Donath, Albrecht Götte, Regina Jeske, Lars Jung, Lothar Krompholz.