The Empire Film Podcast The Shameless Plug #10: The Odyssey Odyssey
Dec 4, 2025
Join Nick de Semlyen, the award-winning editor of Empire magazine, as he navigates the thrilling journey behind the January 2026 issue featuring Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film, The Odyssey. Hear about Nick's face-to-face encounter with Nolan, the epic scale of the movie, and exclusive insights into its production. They also tease upcoming features, including highlights from Sam Raimi and an amusing interview with Jack Black and Paul Rudd. Plus, a chilling cameo from horror director Corin Hardy adds an extra layer of excitement!
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Scope Of Nolan’s Epic
- The Odyssey spans ten years and was shot across many global locations, positioning it as a colossal epic.
- Nick highlighted the scale, calling it "huge" and noting extensive shoot duration and scope.
Seeing The First Cut In Nolan’s Screening Room
- Nick watched a six-minute cut of The Odyssey in Christopher Nolan's screening room with Nolan standing behind him.
- He called the footage "pretty damn intense" and compared the experience to rare director-led edits he's seen before.
Matt Damon’s Jealousy And Praise
- Nick also interviewed Matt Damon on Zoom; Damon had not yet seen the footage Nick described and asked him to narrate it.
- Damon called The Odyssey the best time he's ever had making a film.