The internet is buzzing with rumors that Tom Holland will play the role in Christopher Nolan’s star-studded new film. odyssey. Speculation that he might play the lead character in Odysseus has provoked reactions ranging from disappointment to bewilderment. The film stars Oscar-winning Dutch actor Matt Damon, whose most notable work is spiderman In the movie series, playing the leading man is not well-received among many movie fans.
Amid backlash over the same, a nostalgic video of the 28-year-old as a child actor has gone viral online, with fans calling it an “Oscar-level” performance and seemingly silencing critics.
Why are fans criticizing Tom Holland’s casting as the lead role in Odyssey?
Director Christopher Nolan’s long-awaited film is an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, the classic Greek epic about Odysseus’ perilous journey back to his homeland after the Trojan War. Critics believe that the casting of Tom Holland as Odysseus was a rare miscast for director Nolan, believing that Holland lacked the commanding screen presence that came with the character. It is claimed that there is no such thing. Furthermore, many are speculating that the appearance of Matt Damon, who has not been confirmed to appear in the film, will overshadow Holland’s performance, further heightening concerns about his starring role.
Amid widespread skepticism, a video resurfaced in which Holland looks back at his memorable childhood performance in the 2012 feature film “The Impossible,” which went viral online. The clip showcases Holland’s ability to command the screen even at such a young age, convincing many fans that he has the range and talent to bring the iconic character to life.
Tom Holland’s childhood video resurfaces
A video of Tom Holland’s impressive performance as a child actor in the 2012 film The Impossible has resurfaced, showcasing his early acting talent and screen presence. Fans are now slamming those who doubt his potential, calling his performance in the disaster drama “Oscar-level.” Watch the video below.
People who haven’t seen Impossible shouldn’t actually be allowed to talk about Tom Holland pic.twitter.com/agAf25ylT5 https://t.co/kSPTsotqSF
— Geo (@janemargclis) January 21, 2025
impossible thing The film is based on the true story of the Spanish Veron family, who survived the Indian Ocean tsunami while on vacation in Thailand in 2004. The film stars Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts as the parents, and Tom Holland, who was only 14 during filming, plays their son Lucas.
Learn more about The Odyssey
The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan’s first project since the success of the biographical drama Oppenheimer. The new film features an all-star ensemble cast including Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o and Robert Pattinson. Since it is a major work, more additions are expected.
According to reports, filming for the film is scheduled to begin this month in January 2025, with locations ranging from the UK to Italy and Morocco. As for the release date, The Deadline reported that the movie is scheduled to hit theaters on July 17, 2026. The movie will be shot using the latest IMAX technology.
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