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Leguizamo's Nolan Film Left Him and Wife Weeping
21 Jul
Summary
- John Leguizamo stars as Eumaeus in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'.
- Watching the film with his wife was an emotional, tearful experience.
- Leguizamo praised Nolan's directing style and personal approach.
John Leguizamo stars as Eumaeus in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic, 'The Odyssey.' This role represents a career highlight for the actor, particularly the experience of watching the final film with his wife, Justine Maurer. They attended a screening at AMC Lincoln Square 13 in New York City.
The screening was an unexpectedly emotional event for both Leguizamo and his wife, who is not typically moved by films. Leguizamo described the massive scale of the film and its beautiful score contributing to their tears.
He shared his admiration for Nolan's directing, noting the director's personal involvement on set. Leguizamo recalled Nolan offering him his coat during a cold filming day, an act that amused co-star Matt Damon.
Leguizamo emphasized the safety and vulnerability fostered by Nolan's close proximity to the camera during direction. 'The Odyssey' features an extensive cast including Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, and Zendaya, and is currently playing in theaters.
