Benny Safdie Joins Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ After ‘Oppenheimer’ Success

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In his upcoming epic film, ‘The Odyssey’, Christopher Nolan has added another actor to an already impressive lineup. Fans of Nolan’s previous works will recognize his penchant for working with familiar faces. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Benny Safdie, who played Edward Teller in Nolan’s Academy Award-winning film ‘Oppenheimer’, will be partaking in ‘The Odyssey’, though the specific role he will play remains a secret at this time. He joins an extremely talented cast that includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal.

Previously announced, the upcoming movie is based on Homer’s classic Greek epic poem, as indicated by Universal Studios’ hint at its grand-scale global production that will incorporate advanced IMAX cinema technology. The cast includes new collaborators for director Christopher Nolan, such as Holland, Nyong’o, Zendaya, Theron, and Bernthal, while also reuniting him with Damon (from “Oppenheimer” and “Interstellar”), Pattinson (“Tenet”), Hathaway (“Interstellar”, “The Dark Knight Rises”), and the aforementioned Safdie. This movie seems to embody a summation of Christopher Nolan’s cinematic journey so far.

Beyond what’s already been established, not many details are available about ‘The Odyssey’. However, it’s been confirmed that filming will commence in February. Pre-production reports hint that the movie may be set during the same era as when the epic poem was initially penned. This speculation arises from news that the film will be shot on the island where Odysseus is said to have landed.

Benny Safdie’s involvement in the cast has generated a lot of buzz, particularly given his captivating performance in ‘Oppenheimer’. His recent contributions as both actor and director also add to the excitement surrounding this project.

Benny Safdie Has Several Exciting Projects Lined Up

Benny Safdie’s portrayal of Edward Teller in “Oppenheimer” was a subtle yet crucial one. The tension between his character and Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer played a significant part in highlighting the scientist’s moral complexities, contributing significantly to the film’s thought-provoking themes. Safdie’s acting is both amusing and unsettling, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the scope of his role in “The Odyssey.

Other than his part in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming movie, Benny Safdie has a separate directorial venture scheduled for release this year. Titled “The Smashing Machine,” this film marks his solo directorial debut, as it is not co-directed by his brother Josh Safide. A24 will be handling the distribution of this project, with a tentative 2025 release date. In addition to Dwayne Johnson, the sports biopic also features Emily Blunt, one of Benny’s co-stars from “Oppenheimer.” Interestingly, Josh Safdie is set to release his own sports biopic, titled “Marty Supreme,” starring Timothee Chalamet in 2025. This year promises to be exciting for fans of the Safdie brothers, as both have substantial projects lined up.

The Safdie brothers are set to collaborate once more with Adam Sandler on a unique and unpredictable new venture. In an interview for the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Sandler shared his thoughts, saying, “This project has a strong sense of being one of their films, but it’s different as well. It’s going to be romantic, and it offers a distinct feel, but each time I read a script, I’m surprised because I never know what’s coming next.” Sandler further explained, “Their creativity is unpredictable, and they strive to create something fresh and original, constantly debating to ensure their work is unlike anything seen before.

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2025-01-30 18:04