Lupita Nyong'o Confirmed for 2 Roles in Nolan Epic
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Lupita Nyong’o will portray dual roles in Christopher Nolan’s film The Odyssey, playing Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra, highlighting her significant presence in the epic adventure.
- Nolan chose not to cast actors as the gods of Mount Olympus, instead representing them through natural elements and characters’ beliefs to create a more immersive cinematic experience.
- The film features an A-list cast including Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Zendaya as Athena, with the entire cast staying in modest accommodations to maintain the $250 million budget.
- Travis Scott was cast as a bard to draw a parallel between oral poetry traditions and rap, adding a modern cultural nod to the ancient story.
- The Odyssey, shot entirely in IMAX, is set for release on July 17 and has generated considerable fan speculation, including discussions about the use of American accents in the cast.