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Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Charlize Theron is 'intimdated' by Christopher Nolan's new movie
Actoe Charlize Theron opened up about her shoot schedule for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, revealing a tidbit about how the production is intimidating her. The renowned actor said that she will be leaving for the movie's shoot in a couple of weeks, Variety reported, and will be the last one to join the ensemble cast on the sets. "I will be the new kid on the block. Everybody will know what they are doing and not me," Theron said. The Odyssey follows the Greek champion Odysseus on his tumultuous journey home after the Trojan War. The story was first scribed by the ancient Greek poet Homer over 2,000 years ago and is one of the oldest stories still enjoyed by modern readers. Nolan penned the script and serves as director and producer. His wife, Emma Thomas, will also produce under the pair's Syncopy banner. Matt Damon will play the lead role in the film. Damon appears alongside Tom Holland, Mia Goth, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal and John Leguizamo. Damon was previously spotted on the film's set on March 25, when he filmed scenes shirtless and showed off his impressive abs on set in Favignana, Italy. His co-star, Zendaya, was also seen in costume and on location that day as the pair filmed scenes for the movie, based on the Ancient Greek epic poem attributed to the poet Homer. Holland, 28, was photographed on the movie's set on March 26. He wore a full chest plate and metal armour over his body as he and other crew members stood near what appeared to be an antiquity-style Greek trireme sitting in the water. Holland's appearance on the movie's set came one day after Damon and Zendaya were last photographed filming on location, according to People.
See - Sada Elbalad
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" First Look Photo Unveiled
Universal has unveiled the first look at Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated movie 'The Odyssey.' The photo was revealed Monday morning through the film's official X account and featured Matt Damon playing Odysseus in the epic feature. He will appear alongside an expansive cast including Tom Holland, Mia Goth, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, and John Leguizamo. The post included a photo of him in character and read, 'Matt Damon is Odysseus. A film by Christopher Nolan, #TheOdysseyMovie is in theaters July 17, 2026.' 'The Odyssey' follows the Greek champion Odysseus on his tumultuous journey home after the Trojan War. The story was first scribed by the ancient Greek poet Homer over 2,000 years ago and is one of the oldest stories still enjoyed by modern readers. Universal, a long-time Nolan collaborator and the film's distributor, said in December that 'The Odyssey' is a 'mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new Imax film technology. The film brings Homer's foundational saga to Imax film screens for the first time.' Nolan penned the script and serves as director and producer. His wife, Emma Thomas, will also produce under the pair's Syncopy banner. Last month, it was reported that 'The Odyssey' will be partially filmed in Sicily, the setting of Odysseus' wanderings in the original text. Production, which is set to begin in the spring, will start on the Island of Favignana, colloquially known as 'goat island.' It is believed to have been where Homer imagined Odysseus would land with his crew. 'The Odyssey' marks the third collaboration between Nolan and Damon. 'The Departed' star had a supporting turn as Leslie Groves in the seven-time Oscar winner 'Oppenheimer' and played a small role in Nolan's sci-fi epic 'Interstellar.'
See - Sada Elbalad
15-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Mia Goth Joins Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey"
Yara Sameh Scream queen Mia Goth has joined the cast of Christopher Nolan's epic 'The Odyssey'. She will appear alongside a growing cast including Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, and John Leguizamo. 'The Odyssey' follows the Greek hero Odysseus on his world-spanning journey home after the Trojan War. The story was originally written by the ancient Greek poet Homer over 2,000 years ago and is one of the oldest stories still enjoyed by contemporary readers. Universal, the film's distributor, said in December that the film is a 'mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer's foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time.' The movie is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026. Nolan will write and produce as well as direct. His wife, Emma Thomas, also serves as producer under the pair's Syncopy banner. 'The Odyssey' will be partially filmed in Sicily, which was a location for Odysseus' wanderings in the original story. Production, which is expected to begin in Spring, will commence on the Island of Favignana, also known as 'goat island.' It is said to have been where Homer imagined Odysseus would land with his crew. Goth will next lead the cast of Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein.' Other credits for Goth, best known for her work in the horror genre, include 'A Cure for Wellness,' Luca Guadagnino's 'Suspiria,' 'Infinity Pool' and Ti West's 'X' trilogy of films, which includes 'MaXXXine,' 'Pearl' and the original 'X.'
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey' Adds John Leguizamo
John Leguizamo is the latest star to join the cast of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' He will appear alongside previously announced cast members Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie and Jon Bernthal. Universal shared last month that the film 'is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer's foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time.' More from Variety Christopher Nolan Set to Shoot Part of 'The Odyssey' on Sicilian 'Goat Island,' Where Odysseus Landed (EXCLUSIVE) Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Revealed: Next Film Is 'Mythic Action Epic' Shot With New Imax Technology John Leguizamo's 'The Green Veil' Renewed for Time-Jumping Season 2 After Surprise Success on Indie Streamer 'The Network' (EXCLUSIVE) Homer's ancient Greek epic poem 'The Odyssey' remains one of the oldest pieces of literature still read by modern audiences. It chronicles the story of Greek hero Odysseus during his tumultuous journey home following the Trojan War. 'The Odyssey' is due in theaters on July 17, 2026. Nolan is set to write and will produce with Emma Thomas under their Syncopy banner. As Variety exclusively reported this week, the film will be partly filmed in Sicily, which is notable for being a location for Odysseus' wanderings in the epic. Shooting there is expected to begin in spring 2025 on the island of Favignana, considered the 'goat island,' which many believe to be the place where Homer visualized Odysseus landing with his crew. Comedian and actor Leguizamo's career spans four decades, including memorable turns in films like 'To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar' (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination), 'Romeo + Juliet,' 'Summer of Sam,' 'Moulin Rouge,' 'The Pest,' the 'Ice Age' franchise, and 'The Menu,' among many others. His TV credits include 'When They See Us,' 'The Power,' 'Waco,' 'Bloodline,' and the MSNBC travel series 'Leguizamo Does America.' He received Emmy nods for both 'When They See Us' and 'Waco.' He has also performed multiple one man shows on Broadway, including 'Freak,' 'Sexaholix,' and 'Latin History for Morons,' earning himself multiple Tony Award nominations. Universal had no comment. The InSneider was first to report the news of Leguizamo's casting. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025 What's Coming to Disney+ in February 2025
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Christopher Nolan's ‘The Odyssey' Adds John Leguizamo
John Leguizamo is the latest star to join the cast of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' He will appear alongside previously announced cast members Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie and Jon Bernthal. Universal shared last month that the film 'is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer's foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time.' More from Variety Christopher Nolan Set to Shoot Part of 'The Odyssey' on Sicilian 'Goat Island,' Where Odysseus Landed (EXCLUSIVE) Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Revealed: Next Film Is 'Mythic Action Epic' Shot With New Imax Technology John Leguizamo's 'The Green Veil' Renewed for Time-Jumping Season 2 After Surprise Success on Indie Streamer 'The Network' (EXCLUSIVE) Homer's ancient Greek epic poem 'The Odyssey' remains one of the oldest pieces of literature still read by modern audiences. It chronicles the story of Greek hero Odysseus during his tumultuous journey home following the Trojan War. 'The Odyssey' is due in theaters on July 17, 2026. Nolan is set to write and will produce with Emma Thomas under their Syncopy banner. As Variety exclusively reported this week, the film will be partly filmed in Sicily, which is notable for being a location for Odysseus' wanderings in the epic. Shooting there is expected to begin in spring 2025 on the island of Favignana, considered the 'goat island,' which many believe to be the place where Homer visualized Odysseus landing with his crew. Comedian and actor Leguizamo's career spans four decades, including memorable turns in films like 'To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar' (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination), 'Romeo + Juliet,' 'Summer of Sam,' 'Moulin Rouge,' 'The Pest,' the 'Ice Age' franchise, and 'The Menu,' among many others. His TV credits include 'When They See Us,' 'The Power,' 'Waco,' 'Bloodline,' and the MSNBC travel series 'Leguizamo Does America.' He received Emmy nods for both 'When They See Us' and 'Waco.' He has also performed multiple one man shows on Broadway, including 'Freak,' 'Sexaholix,' and 'Latin History for Morons,' earning himself multiple Tony Award nominations. Universal had no comment. The InSneider was first to report the news of Leguizamo's casting. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025 What's Coming to Disney+ in February 2025
