Nolan Says The Odyssey Shorter Than Oppenheimer
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- Christopher Nolan told the Associated Press his new film “The Odyssey” will be “shorter” than his 180‑minute “Oppenheimer” epic.
- The Odyssey will be the first Hollywood feature shot entirely with IMAX cameras, using a new “blimp” casing to muffle camera noise.
- Matt Damon reunites with Nolan as Odysseus, joining an ensemble that includes Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal.
- Empire reported Nolan captured over 2 million feet of film during a 91‑day shoot for “The Odyssey,” underscoring the scale of the production.
- Universal Pictures slated the film for a July 17 theatrical release, aiming to replicate the box‑office success of “Oppenheimer,” which grossed $975 million worldwide.
Why it matters: Universal Pictures stands to cash in on a July 17 blockbuster that could rival Oppenheimer’s $975 M haul, while the film’s shorter, IMAX‑only format may tighten theater slots and push other studios toward large‑format shoots.
