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Leguizamo: 'The Odyssey' is Career Apex
29 Oct
Summary
- John Leguizamo considers 'The Odyssey' his career's highest achievement.
- He believes the film will be studied for centuries as a cinematic work of art.
- Leguizamo's next projects include 'Ice Age 6' and 'The Exorcist: Martyrs'.
John Leguizamo has expressed that Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" represents the absolute peak of his career. He described the film as not only a large-scale production but a true work of art destined for historical study.
Leguizamo, who portrays the loyal swineherd Eumaeus, credited Nolan's direction, the script, and the cast's unparalleled performances for the film's significance. He shared that "The Odyssey" has profoundly changed his life, calling it the highlight and apex of his existence.
While "The Odyssey" is his highest-grossing film, Leguizamo has a diverse filmography, including the "John Wick" series, "Die Hard 2," and voice roles in "Encanto" and "Ice Age." He has also collaborated with directors like Spike Lee and Baz Luhrmann.
Looking ahead, Leguizamo is set to appear in "Ice Age 6: Boiling Point" on February 5, 2027. He will also play a serial killer in Mike Flanagan's "The Exorcist: Martyrs" in March 2027. Additionally, he is reuniting with "The Odyssey" co-star Matt Damon for a project from the directors of "Everything Everywhere All at Once," and will star in "Miami Vice '85."
