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Matt Damon's 'Odyssey' Biceps: A Double Take?
21 Jul
Summary
- Matt Damon used a female stunt double for his muscular arms.
- The stunt double was a petite performer for forced perspective scenes.
- The Odyssey movie earned over $264 million globally in its debut.
In a recent interview, Matt Damon disclosed that not all the impressive bicep shots seen in the film 'The Odyssey' were his own. He admitted to utilizing a female stunt double for scenes requiring forced perspective, particularly those involving the giant Laestrygonians.
Damon explained that the production employed stunt performers of varying heights, including those under five feet. His double, a woman with remarkable arm muscles, was crucial for making the giants appear to loom over him.
He recalled meeting her and expressing gratitude for her contribution to the visual effect. While most of the filming involved Damon's actual limbs, he acknowledged the stunt performer's essential role.
'The Odyssey,' based on Homer's ancient Greek poem, chronicles King Odysseus' challenging voyage home after the Trojan War. The film, featuring a star-studded cast, achieved a massive global box office debut, collecting over $264 million worldwide.
