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Matt Damon says he still plans to star in a new Jason Bourne film that he hopes will be "like the first three"
Matt Damon confirmed his intention to star in a new Jason Bourne film, currently in development with director Ed Berger. Damon expressed a desire for the new movie to capture the tone and quality of the first three installments in the franchise. While a story is still being finalized, Damon believes they have a clear direction for the project.
The Odyssey has a stacked cast, but there's one person in particular being praised by fans
Himesh Patel is receiving significant praise from fans for his performance as Eurylochus in the newly released film 'The Odyssey.' Despite not being heavily featured in marketing, audiences are highlighting his strong portrayal and prominent role in the movie, with many calling for him to receive more recognition.
Matt Damon, now a Fortnite skin, once turned down 'a bunch of money' to appear in a Bourne game because they…
Matt Damon, now a skin in Fortnite, revealed he once turned down a significant offer to appear in The Bourne Conspiracy game. He lobbied for the game to be more like the puzzle-adventure Myst instead of a first-person shooter, but the developers declined. Damon also expressed interest in video games and VR during a 2016 Reddit AMA, noting his fascination with their storytelling potential.
Matt Damon Is In Fortnite Now, But He Was Almost In His Own Game Way Earlier
Matt Damon has been added to Fortnite as Odysseus, but he was nearly in his own game, The Bourne Conspiracy, in 2008. Damon was offered the role of Jason Bourne but declined, wanting a more cerebral experience akin to Myst rather than a first-person shooter. High Moon Studios proceeded without his involvement, and the game was a mixed bag, while Damon's later film, Jason Bourne, was poorly received.
Tom Holland, Matt Damon, and Zendaya have created a rap to promote The Odyssey – and I can't believe it…
The cast of Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey, including Tom Holland, Matt Damon, and Zendaya, created a rap for The Tonight Show to explain the historical context of the story. The film has received critical acclaim, becoming Nolan's highest-rated movie and earning a five-star review from GamesRadar+.
The Odyssey debuts to 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, overtaking The Dark Knight as Christopher Nolan's highest rated…
Christopher Nolan's new film, The Odyssey, has debuted with a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes, potentially becoming his highest-rated movie ever, surpassing The Dark Knight. The film, based on Homer's epic poem and starring an ensemble cast including Matt Damon and Robert Pattinson, is also projected for a strong box office opening.
Cinematic Mode – The Odyssey brings the iconic greek epic to life
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is a serious cinematic drama adapting Homer's epic, featuring strong performances from Matt Damon as Odysseus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. While visually impressive with IMAX cameras and featuring exciting action sequences, the film streamlines the narrative by downplaying divine intervention and some humor, leading to a more Americanized feel. Despite some repetitive flashbacks and a less impactful subplot involving Antinous, the adaptation successfully captures the core of the story, though its three-hour runtime could have been tighter.
The Odyssey review: "Mythological filmmaking of the highest order"
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is a dazzling epic adaptation of Homer's poem, praised for its astonishing scale, breathtaking visuals, and thrilling mythological creatures. While it features standout performances from Matt Damon and Tom Holland, the film occasionally suffers from a clunky start and dragging interludes. Despite minor flaws, it's considered a major film-of-the-year contender and one of Nolan's finest works, releasing in theaters on July 17.
Of Course The Odyssey is Joining Fortnite — And Matt Damon is a Skin
Actor Matt Damon, portraying Odysseus, is joining the popular battle royale game Fortnite. A cosmetic skin based on his character will be available in the game.
The Odyssey could beat The Dark Knight's box office opening, marking the second highest of Christopher Nolan's…
Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, The Odyssey, is projected to have a massive box office opening, potentially earning $200 million globally. This would make it one of the highest-grossing openings of Nolan's career, surpassing Oppenheimer and potentially even The Dark Knight, though not adjusted for inflation. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and is an epic reimagining of Homer's poem.
5 films you didn't know were inspired by The Odyssey
This article explores five films that draw inspiration from Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey, often in unexpected ways. It highlights how movies like "O Brother, Where Art Thou?", "Dude, Where's My Car?", "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie", "The Warriors", and "Big Fish" recontextualize elements of Odysseus's legendary journey into various genres.
The Odyssey star Matt Damon says Christopher Nolan didn't know how to solve the Trojan Horse scene until the day of filming: "We're just going to cram in there and figure it out"
Matt Damon revealed that director Christopher Nolan devised the filming method for the Trojan Horse scene in 'The Odyssey' on the day of shooting. Damon described the process as organic, with Nolan and cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema improvising the claustrophobic sequence with the actors crammed inside.
Christopher Nolan has a perfectly good reason for everyone speaking with American accents in The Odyssey
Director Christopher Nolan explains his decision to use American accents in his upcoming film adaptation of Homer's "The Odyssey." He states that the goal was to make the story and characters relatable to a modern audience, rather than adhering to strict historical or Hollywood interpretations of classical epics. The film, starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, and Zendaya, is set for a July 17 release.
Christopher Nolan says Matt Damon's doubts about doing another movie like The Odyssey are "defeatist" because of the success of Backrooms and Obsession
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan believes that the success of films like Backrooms and Obsession proves that audiences will engage with longer, more complex movies, countering Matt Damon's doubts about the viability of epics like The Odyssey. Nolan cited the box office performance of these films as evidence that younger audiences have the attention span for lengthy narratives, despite concerns about modern viewing habits.
The Odyssey star says sci-fi mindbender Tenet is one of Christopher Nolan's "underrated" movies
Himesh Patel, star of Christopher Nolan's upcoming film The Odyssey, believes Nolan's 2020 sci-fi film Tenet is an underrated movie. Patel, who also acted in Tenet, praised Nolan's ambition and the unique cognitive experience the film provides. Matt Damon, starring as Odysseus in The Odyssey, also shared his thoughts on the film's nostalgic production.
The Odyssey reactions say it features some of the best work of Christopher Nolan's career
Early reactions to Christopher Nolan's new film, The Odyssey, praise it as monumental filmmaking and a crowning cinematic achievement. Critics highlight its staggering scale, thrilling action sequences, and emotional depth, with some calling the cyclops and Circe scenes among Nolan's best work. The film is set to release in cinemas on July 17.
Christopher Nolan says "in Star Wars terms" Matt Damon's Odysseus is more Han Solo than Luke Skywalker
Director Christopher Nolan compares Matt Damon's character Odysseus in his upcoming film "The Odyssey" to Han Solo from "Star Wars," highlighting his complex, wily nature rather than a straightforward hero like Luke Skywalker. Nolan discussed how the film explores themes of leadership, flawed intentions, and the consequences of good intentions gone wrong, drawing parallels to his own work.
"Who thought you should shoot a movie here?" The Odyssey star Matt Damon says no director other than Christopher Nolan would make a film this way
Matt Damon, starring as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic 'The Odyssey,' shared his astonishment at the unconventional filming locations, including Nestor's Cave in Greece. Damon described the production as the biggest of his career, with filming spanning 91 days across Morocco, Greece, Italy, Iceland, and Scotland. He also expressed concern that such ambitious filmmaking methods may become unsustainable in the future, with the film set to release on July 17, 2026.
Christopher Nolan explains how he shot The Odyssey on IMAX film, and it'll give you a newfound respect for…
Director Christopher Nolan explains the intricate process of shooting "The Odyssey" entirely on IMAX film, detailing the handling, editing, and color correction of the large-format celluloid. The article highlights the film's historic use of IMAX and actor Matt Damon's reflections on it potentially being the end of an era for traditional filmmaking.
Get ready to rewatch The Odyssey in every format, as Letterboxd creates a digital punch card
Letterboxd is launching a digital punch card to allow users to track their viewing of "The Odyssey" across various formats, including IMAX 70mm, Dolby Vision, and 35mm. Actor Tom Holland announced the feature, encouraging fans to rewatch the film in different presentations. "The Odyssey" is set to release in theaters worldwide on July 17.