The Retelling of Greek Mythology: From Homer to Hollywood

Why are we still turning to ancient myths to explore modern anxieties? Greek mythology has been inspiring new stories for centuries, with Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein often described as a modern Prometheus.

But over the past two decades, this fascination has reached new heights, from bookshop shelves packed with new retellings to film and TV series bringing ancient gods, heroes, and monsters back to life. So why do these stories continue to resonate – and why are we so fascinated by them right now?

Join Dr Shelby Judge to explore the enduring appeal of the Greek mythology. Discover how writers have reimagined these ancient stories to explore the concerns of their own time, from gender and power to identity and resistance.

From feminist retellings of classical figures to KAOS, and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, explore how Greek mythology continues to evolve across literature and popular culture – and what its enduring popularity can tell us about ourselves.