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Universal Screens “The Odyssey” Early; Spielberg Praised as Best.

7/1/2026

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Universal screened “The Odyssey” in New York City, letting influencers, critics and journalists post early on social media.
The author posted a reaction on May 27, before the all-media screenings on June 8 and the June 12 opening.
Universal has not announced a social-media embargo, noting that influencer junket screenings can include paid publicity.
The author, who received no studio payment, called the film Steven Spielberg’s best in the past 20 years.

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Story summary

Universal screened “The Odyssey” in New York City, letting influencers, critics and journalists post early on social media.
The author posted a reaction on May 27, before the all-media screenings on June 8 and the June 12 opening.
Universal has not announced a social-media embargo, noting that influencer junket screenings can include paid publicity.
The author, who received no studio payment, called the film Steven Spielberg’s best in the past 20 years.