This lavishly produced two-part series offers fresh interpretations of the Jason and Odysseus stories, drawing parallels between the travails of these mythical heroes and the complexities of 21st-century Western society. Jason’s voyage becomes an exploration of gender roles and sexual identity, and Odysseus appears strikingly modern in his struggle for domestic happiness. With commentary from University of Birmingham professor Ken Dowden, author and classics professor Edith Hall, and other respected scholars, Ancient Greek Heroes takes the viewer on two very informative journeys. Original BBCW broadcast title: Ancient Greek Heroes. 2-part series, 51 minutes each.

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