Christopher NolanThe Odyssey created a buzz across India, thanks in no small part to the star-studded promotional tours that accompanied the film’s popularity. Nolan, producer Emma Thomas and actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland Addressing the media at a press conference in Mumbai on Saturday, Damon revealed that the Indian filmmaker has wanted to work with the famous director for a long time Shekhar Kapur.
Shekhar Kapur, Damon still carrying ’20 years of debt’
When thinking about which Indian filmmaker he would like to work with, Damon revisits an opportunity that slipped through his fingers more than two decades ago. “I remember when we first started, everyone wanted to work with Shekhar Kapoor. I remember when I couldn’t do The Four Feathers for some reason, I was really upset. I thought I had signed on for a Bourne movie. So, I thought, he’s always been on my list of things I wanted to try again. It’s like a little debt that I’ve had in my pocket for 20 years,” Damon said.
Shekhar Kapoor’s heartfelt response to Damon
Kapoor was moved by Damon’s remarks and expressed the same admiration for the Oscar-winning actor. “I don’t think there’s a filmmaker in the world who wouldn’t want to work with an actor of Matt Damon’s emotional depth. Who can forget his famous “It’s Not Your Fault” scene with Robin Williams in Good Will Hunting. I must have watched it a thousand times and was moved to tears every time.” Events move between past, present and future.…Though time is created in our imaginations…so now it’s Matt time and I’m finally collaborating,” Kapoor told NDTV.
Shekhar Kapoor’s The Four Feathers and the characters who escaped
As early as 2002, Kapoor was preparing to direct the historical war drama “The Four Feathers”, with Damon originally playing the lead role. However, scheduling conflicts forced the actor to leave, paving the way for Heath Ledger to star in the film.
What is the real purpose of Damon’s trip to India?
Damon’s visit to India is part of the promotional campaign for Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” one of the most anticipated films of the year. Based on Homer’s Greek epic, the story follows the legendary King Odysseus as he journeys home after the Trojan War and faces mythical creatures, angry gods and near-impossible odds in a story centered on survival, courage and endurance.
‘The Odyssey’ cast and release details
Directed by Christopher Nolan and produced by Emma Thomas, this epic film stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong-Oh, Rob Pattinson, Charlize Theron and Jon Bernthal. “The Odyssey” is expected to be released in theaters on July 17.
