Homer’s the odyssey is an ancient greek poem about a man who goes on an epic journey home after years in captivity. this classic work most likely influenced the film into the wild, about a young man who cuts off communication with his family to trek through the wilderness by himself. o brother, where art thou? , about a man who escapes prison to find a treasure and reunite with his family. the king’s speech, about a reluctant king who works to overcome a speech impediment with the of his teacher and family. taking chance, about a soldier who travels with another soldier’s casket to bring the man to his final resting place.