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Damon: Epic Trek Was a Real Expedition
10 Jul
Summary
- Actor Matt Damon found himself feeling foolish during the filming of The Odyssey.
- The blockbuster was filmed across six diverse countries, presenting logistical challenges.
- Damon described the production as more of an expedition than a film shoot.
Matt Damon recently shared an anecdote from the challenging filming of Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of "The Odyssey," admitting he "felt like a jerk" on the first day of shooting in Greece.
The epic film, starring Damon as Odysseus, required extensive location work across six countries: Morocco, Italy, Iceland, Scotland, Greece, and the United States.
Damon described a difficult hike to a cave location, where he was embarrassed to see his costume assistant carrying his armor, unlike his crew who had already donned theirs.
He explained that the demanding nature of the shoot, which involved rugged terrain and harsh weather, made the production feel like a shared expedition for everyone involved.
Nolan had previously stated that Damon was his immediate choice for the role, citing his empathetic ability and iconic presence.
Damon also referred to "The Odyssey" as the most difficult film he has ever worked on, a sentiment echoed by Nolan's description of the grueling process.
