Christopher Nolan is looking forward to filming parts of his upcoming movie in Sicily. Odyssey, which is bankrolled by Universal Studios, is set to hit the screens in 2026, and the director is ensuring that moviegoers have the cinematic experience of a lifetime.
The film will be based on historical events from Greek mythology, and the cast is shooting in London and Morocco. To add a historical touch to the visuals of this cinematic piece, Nolan decided to partially shoot his film on the Sicilian Goat Island, where odyssey Wandered into Homer’s epic creation.
After the announcement of the film by the Oscar-winning director, the makers also released the list of actors who are set to play the characters in the magnum opus.
The cast includes Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson. As a recent addition to the team, Jon Bernthal has also joined the cast.
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Meanwhile, Nolan, who is using advanced IMAX technology to film the scenes, may also choose the Aeolian Islands as a location, as revealed by sources.
As for the film’s plot, The Odyssey tells the story of Odysseus and his 10-year-long journey as he returns home after the Trojan War. As he faces many challenges, the King of Ithaca witnesses the deaths of his crew members and encounters gods such as Zeus, Athena, Poseidon, and his wife, Penelope, who plays a central role in the story.
The film will be produced by Nolan and his wife, Emma Thomas, under the Universal Pictures banner. Joining the project is Italian producer Eric Paoletti. Wildside, who recently worked on the physical production of Edward Berger’s Conclave in Rome, will also contribute to the production.
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